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British and European officials will discuss a range of options for the relationship, including free movement, ahead of the EU summit on 20 November. Downing Street stresses that the current focus is deals on food and youth mobility, while Andy Burnham has called for an 'honest conversation' about restoring free movement.
Aziz KarimovOne hundred days after Andy Burnham arrived in Downing Street, his government is preparing for a series of difficult decisions: the budget on Wednesday, a dispute over free movement with the EU, the fate of the Rosebank field, and questions of defence and migration. One hundred days after Andy Burnham arrived in Downing Street, his government is preparing for a series of difficult decisions: the budget on Wednesday, a dispute over freedom of movement with the EU, the fate of the Rosebank oil field, and questions of defence and migration.
Aziz KarimovSenior figures in Keir Starmer's government confirmed that a move of staff from 10 Downing Street to an open-plan space in another department was discussed — space in the Foreign Office building was considered. The reason cited was the historic building's unsuitability for collaborative work. The discussions never went beyond an early stage, and it is unknown whether Starmer himself was consulted.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not introduce free movement with the EU without a public vote, but sources report that no final decision has yet been made. He rules out major changes before the next election and calls for an 'honest conversation' about the future of relations with Brussels.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in an ITV interview that he would like to see the country return to the EU within his lifetime, but that the decision must be made by British society. He emphasised a pragmatic approach to revising the post-Brexit arrangements and dismissed rumours of an early general election.
Otabek YusupovThe BBC has published a review of the front pages of British newspapers for 26 October 2026: the Chancellor, according to The Times, is preparing to shield around a million low-income pensioners from income tax; Prime Minister Andy Burnham sparked a heated controversy by not ruling out the return of freedom of movement with the EU; the investigation into Thomas Markle may be extended to the US and Mexico. The BBC has published a review of the front pages of British newspapers for 26 October 2026: the chancellor, according to The Times, is preparing to shield around one million low-income pensioners from income tax; Prime Minister Andy Burnham has sparked a heated controversy by not ruling out the return of freedom of movement with the EU; the investigation into Thomas Markle could be extended to the US and Mexico. The BBC has published a review of the front pages of British newspapers for 26 October 2026: according to The Times, the Chancellor is preparing to shield around a million low-income pensioners from income tax; Prime Minister Andy Burnham sparked a heated controversy by not ruling out the return of free movement with the EU; the investigation into Thomas Markle could expand to the US and Mexico.
Aziz KarimovPrime Minister Andy Burnham has promised that by Christmas every homeless person in England will be given a route off the streets. On Wednesday the budget will add £432 million to the £442 million already allocated, bringing the total to £874 million. The opposition criticises the plan, pointing to record levels of homelessness and Burnham's record as Mayor of Greater Manchester. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has promised that by Christmas every homeless person in England will be given a route off the streets. On Wednesday the budget will add £432m to the £442m already allocated, bringing the total to £874m. The opposition criticises the plan, pointing to record levels of homelessness and Burnham's record as Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Aziz KarimovBBC examines how comparable the UK state pension is with pensions in other wealthy countries: according to the OECD, basic payments are below average, but budget spending on them is growing. Andy Burnham intends to replace the 'triple lock' with a new indexation system from 2030.
Otabek YusupovBritish Chancellor John Healey will present the first budget of Andy Burnham's government on 28 October. The BBC examines how small initiatives — from the Northern Games to fines for loud music — combine with postponed difficult decisions. British Chancellor John Healey will present the first budget of Andy Burnham's government on 28 October. The BBC examines how small initiatives — from the 'Northern Games' to fines for loud music — combine with postponed difficult decisions.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is ready for an 'honest discussion' about restoring freedom of movement with the EU, noting that the nature of migration has changed since Brexit. He ruled out joining the eurozone and Schengen. Opponents criticised the statement, and key decisions are likely to await a general election no earlier than 2029.
Aziz KarimovWealth adviser Becky Fatemi said wealthy people should pay a fair share of taxes, but excessive pressure from Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government has already driven the super-rich out of the UK. According to Bloomberg, about half of the combined wealth of British billionaires — £120 billion — has been lost, and around 16,000 millionaires are forecast to have left the country over the past year.
Javlon TursunovPrime Minister Andy Burnham responded to Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who questioned whether he had time to film a charity edition of Gogglebox in support of Stand Up To Cancer. Burnham said he is proud to take part and does not apologise for 'lightness and humour'. The episode will air on Channel 4 at 21:05 BST.
Sevara AzamovaPrime Minister Andy Burnham recommended that UK residents keep a three-day supply of canned food and bottled water at home in case of emergencies — wars, cyberattacks or natural disasters. The advice came against the backdrop of storms and recent outages caused by a major cybersecurity vulnerability. The opposition criticised the government for insufficient explanation of the risks.
Javlon TursunovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the ban on Palestine Action was adopted after a 'rigorous evidence-based process' and approved by parliament. He declined to comment further due to ongoing legal proceedings. According to the Home Office, terrorism-related arrests rose to 3,867 over the year, with about 94% linked to support for Palestine Action.
Javlon TursunovDuncan Parish, deputy director of the Number 10 North office in Manchester, said at a conference in Lincolnshire that a change of approach in central government is needed to achieve the office's goals. The office was opened by Prime Minister Andy Burnham in July; opponents criticise it as a 'gimmick' and demand transparency over spending.
Sevara AzamovaThe UK government has announced new rules for private parking: a guaranteed five minutes to decide on parking, 10 minutes to exit without a fine, cancellation of fines for breakdowns and honest mistakes, a maximum of £20 on appeal, and a freeze of the upper fine limit at £100. Operators who violate the rules risk losing access to DVLA data. According to the RAC, a record 17 million private parking fines were issued in 2025/2026.
Aziz KarimovPrime Minister Andy Burnham laid a wreath at the Aberfan memorial garden ahead of the 60th anniversary of the disaster of 21 October 1966, when a coal tip collapse killed 116 children and 28 adults. He met survivors, acknowledged that the authorities treated the community wrongly at the time, and announced around £140 million for tip safety. On Wednesday the community will be visited by King Charles III, Queen Camilla and Prince William.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said that nearly a million young people aged 16–24 outside employment, education and training constitute 'an economic catastrophe and a moral failure'. This week the government will announce a plan with tens of thousands of jobs and apprenticeships, and in November Alan Milburn's review on youth and work will be published. Conservatives and the Greens criticised the government's approach.
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