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The Guardian Politics
‘It becomes inevitable’: the toxic mix fuelling deadly political violence around world
After killing of a British former MP, experts say dehumanising rhetoric, declining institutional trust and disinformation fuelling a global problemOn 9 July, the body of Ann Widdecombe, an uncompromising, staunchly conservative former UK government minister turned TV personality and spokesperson for the radical-right Reform UK party, was found at her home in south-west England.Two days later, a man was arrested in South Yorkshire. Believed to be previously unknown to the local police force and t
politics  Jul 18, 2026
The Guardian Politics
Burnham expected to reverse ban on new oil and gas drilling
Incoming prime minister likely to reverse manifesto pledge and allow new North Sea licences, reports sayAndy Burnham is expected to relax the government’s restrictions on new oil and gas drilling when he becomes prime minister, according to reports.A decision to grant new licences for the practice in the North Sea would mark a departure from Labour’s 2024 manifesto, in which it pledged to honour existing licences but not issue new ones. Continue reading...
politics  Jul 18, 2026
The Guardian Politics
Six political headaches Andy Burnham must tackle in his first weeks as PM
From dealing with Trump to easing cost of living, the incoming prime minister is mulling his approach to contentious issuesWhen Labour was preparing for power in 2024, Keir Starmer’s then chief of staff, Sue Gray, compiled what one Labour official called her “shit list” – a dossier of immediate fires the government would have to put out.Gray is back, advising Starmer’s successor, Andy Burnham, in an unofficial capacity. And yet again, she is advising an incoming prime minister on how to deal wit
politics  Jul 18, 2026
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politics  Jul 18, 2026
The Guardian Politics
‘He knows what he thinks’: how ready is Andy Burnham to become PM?
A hasty handover from Starmer meant his successor has not had much time to prepare for office yet his team is quietly confidentWhat Andy Burnham’s first speech as Labour leader tells usJust 20 minutes’ walk along the road to Wigan Pier, Andy Burnham’s own route back to Westminster was cemented. At the Edge community centre, about a mile from the famous canal wharf, the result of the Makerfield byelection was announced, surpassing even his highest expectations.“Andy knew running in Makerfield was
politics  Jul 17, 2026
The Guardian Politics
The Guardian view on Andy Burnham: political poetry must become governing prose | Editorial
Larkin, Harrison and Shakespeare shaped Labour’s leader. Now comes the harder task: turning language into lasting changeAndy Burnham is finally Labour leader. After trying – and failing – twice to be elected by party members, he took the top job on Friday without a contest. Sir Keir Starmer remains prime minister until Monday, when he will tender his resignation to King Charles, who will invite Mr Burnham to form a government. Then the future that Mr Burnham has long imagined will cease to be a
politics  Jul 17, 2026
The Guardian Politics
To Andy Burnham: many backseat drivers will be trying to steer you. Here’s why you should ignore us | Jonathan Freedland
As prime minister, you will need a clear plan from the top. For that, look to an unlikely inspiration: Margaret ThatcherThe first piece of unsolicited advice I would offer to Britain’s incoming prime minister is: don’t take unsolicited advice. Don’t be one of those leaders who’s swayed by the last person in their ear. That’s what they used to say about Boris Johnson, that he was a cushion that bore the imprint of the last person who sat on him. Instead, Andy Burnham should study closely the expe
politics  Jul 17, 2026
The Guardian Politics
All hail the king! Good vibes and Greggs as Burnham addresses the Andyites
Keir had achieved greatness, his legacy would be eternal … until the new Labour leader got up to speak The king is dead. Long live the king. Not so much Labour electing a new leader, more a coronation. There were no surprises. No real drama. The deed had been done the moment Andy Burnham had won the Makerfield byelection. That was when Labour MPs switched off Keir Starmer’s life support machine.Even Vladimir Putin would be moderately happy with a 379 to one victory. The only dissenting voice was
politics  Jul 17, 2026
The Guardian Politics
How Burnham’s team could reshape the Bank of England
Taking a fresh look at the Bank’s role would send a strong signal that a Burnham government is prepared to do things differentlyUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesWhen Louise Haigh – then a lowly backbencher – wrote a policy prospectus for the leftwing Renewal journal back in May, it contained a little-noticed nugget: a rethink of the Bank of England’s mandate.Haigh, who quit as transport secretary in 2024 after it emerged she had been convicted of fraud over a missin
politics  Jul 17, 2026
BBC Politics
First Reform UK police commissioner elected
This is expected to be the final police and crime commissioner election held, unless anyone else steps down or leaves the role by other means.
politics  Jul 17, 2026

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