UK’s Burnham tells Scotland new independence vote is off limits
Visiting Scotland, Burnham says a new referendum would detract from efforts to grow the economy.
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Liverpool FC in talks to sell minority stake to Mittal-backed consortium
The consortium is led by British-Indian investor Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of Indian steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal.
What next after World Cup? Club football transfer window takes centre stage
Mohamed Salah’s future tops the latest news, contract, salary rumours, and transfer agenda ahead of the new football season.
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UK PM Burnham: ‘We need to be a cost-of-living government’
At his first cabinet meeting as UK prime minister, Burnham told ministers they must be a “cost-of-living government”.
Published On 21 Jul 2026
Andy Burnham to cut taxes on electricity bills, announces new UK cabinet
Burnham is attempting to act quickly to deliver on promises to tackle the UK’s cost-of-living crisis.
Farage, Reform in ‘trouble’, as UK braces for crypto influence in politics
Farage’s crisis after revelations of substantial crypto donations prompts broader political questions over donor clout.
Suspect charged in fatal attack on UK politician Ann Widdecombe
Police say a possible political motive is under investigation in the killing of the Reform UK figure.
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Five key takeaways from FIFA World Cup 2026
Spain beat Argentina, but talking points remain. Should there be 48 or 64 teams? Hydration breaks? The ‘dark arts’?
Former England manager and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Keegan dies aged 75
Kevin Keegan, the iconic striker for Liverpool, Newcastle and England, was diagnosed with stage four cancer last year.
Andy Burnham pledges end to political instability as he becomes UK PM
Britain’s seventh PM in a decade pledged major changes in bid to see off populist forces that are making large gains.
