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Andy Burnham Says Opening of No 10 North Is 'The Best Day of My Life'

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the opening of No 10 North was "the best day of my life" as he outlined his vision to bring government closer to every part of the United Kingdom.

By Staff member • 24 July 2026 • 2 min read

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Burnham Faces Backlash Over Government Jet Flight to No10 North

Andy Burnham is facing criticism after flying by government jet to Manchester for his first day working from No10 North, with estimates suggesting the trip cost taxpayers over £30,000.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 3 min read

Conservatives

Conservatives Hold Longwell Green Despite Strong Reform UK Challenge

Graham Hardwell has held Longwell Green for the Conservatives in a South Gloucestershire Council by-election, fending off a strong first-time challenge from Reform UK.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 2 min read

Conservatives

Conservatives Hold Exmouth Brixington Seat Despite Reform UK and Lib Dem Squeeze

The Conservatives have held the Exmouth Brixington seat on East Devon District Council in a by-election, fending off a strong first-time challenge from Reform UK and a resurgent Liberal Democrat vote.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 2 min read

Labour

Scotland's Visitor Levy Comes Into Force as Edinburgh Introduces Tourist Tax

The Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act comes into force today, with Edinburgh becoming the first UK city to charge a 5% tourist tax on overnight stays.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 3 min read

Labour

Rayner Rules Out Rent Freeze as Part of Burnham's Cost of Living Plan

Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has ruled out freezing rents as part of Andy Burnham's cost of living measures, telling BBC Breakfast the government would not be pursuing rent controls.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 3 min read

Labour

Andy Burnham to Work From No 10 North for the First Time

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will work from No 10 North in Manchester for the first time tomorrow, as part of his plan to move some Downing Street functions out of London.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 3 min read

SNP

Swinney Confirms US Tariffs on Scotch Whisky Are "Gone"

First Minister John Swinney has confirmed that US tariffs on Scotch whisky have been fully removed, calling it a significant benefit for the industry after months of lobbying.

Staff member • 24 Jul 2026 • 2 min read

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Andy Burnham Says Opening of No 10 North Is 'The Best Day of My Life'

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Burnham Faces Backlash Over Government Jet Flight to No10 North

Conservatives Hold Longwell Green Despite Strong Reform UK Challenge

Conservatives Hold Exmouth Brixington Seat Despite Reform UK and Lib Dem Squeeze

Scotland's Visitor Levy Comes Into Force as Edinburgh Introduces Tourist Tax

Rayner Rules Out Rent Freeze as Part of Burnham's Cost of Living Plan

Andy Burnham to Work From No 10 North for the First Time

Swinney Confirms US Tariffs on Scotch Whisky Are "Gone"

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