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UK Accuses Iran Over RAF Fairford Incident as Tehran Dismisses Claim
Britain has accused Iran of involvement in an incident at RAF Fairford, a military airbase, prompting a sharp rebuke from Tehran. Israeli PM Netanyahu also commented on a separate flight incident, stating it was too early to link Iran.
15 hours ago
Macron Welcomes Burnham Call for UK to Re‑join EU
French President Emmanuel Macron greeted Andy Burnham's proposal that Britain could return to the European Union, calling it good news for both sides.
23 hours ago
UK Prime Minister Burnham Flags EU Re‑entry as Option Amid Brexit Fallout
Burnham told the BBC the current Brexit settlement has caused more harm than good, sparking a fresh debate on a possible return to the EU.
Yesterday
Andy Burnham Calls for Comprehensive Review of UK‑EU Relationship
Labour's Andy Burnham pledges a major assessment of Britain’s post‑Brexit ties, saying the split has caused more harm than good and promising to outline options ahead of the November EU‑UK summit.
Yesterday
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Burnham pushes for triple lock rethink and national care service at Liverpool conference
Labour leader Andy Burnham announced a willingness to reconsider the pension triple lock at the party conference in Liverpool, sparking an emergency cabinet debate on funding for a national care service and measures to lower energy bills.
29 September 2026
Burnham unveils plan to nationalise the electricity grid
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a new government‑backed body, GB Grid, to compete with National Grid and bring the electricity network back under public control.
29 September 2026
Serbian President Resigns, Setting Stage for Early Elections
Serbian president Aleksandar Vučić resigns, triggering early elections
28 September 2026
Labour admits past Palestine policy fell short, vows tougher stance
At the Labour Party conference, foreign secretary Ed Miliband said the party’s previous approach to the Palestinian issue was insufficient and pledged a more progressive foreign‑policy line under the new leadership of Andy Burnham.
28 September 2026
UK opens new refugee resettlement routes for Afghan women and Palestinians
The UK government has opened a new legal route for Afghan women, girls and Palestinian refugees, re‑activating a scheme that was closed last year. The move aims to fast‑track the most vulnerable into permanent status, but experts say the impact on Channel crossings will be limited.
27 September 2026
Andy Burnham vows to deliver universal free social care in England
Labour's social care champion promises an NHS‑style service funded by all taxpayers, a key election pledge that could reshape the care landscape.
27 September 2026
Former Business Secretary Peter Kyle calls for urgent growth action from PM Burnham
Former Business Secretary Peter Kyle has criticised PM Burnham’s growth strategy, urging a more urgent economic push ahead of Labour’s annual conference in Manchester.
27 September 2026
Prime Minister announces scheme to aid first‑time home buyers
Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveiled the "Your first home" scheme aimed at easing entry for first‑time buyers without family backing. The programme will be detailed at the Labour conference and could reshape England’s housing market.
27 September 2026
Court halts Orange Order march on Portadown’s Garvaghy Road
A Belfast court has temporarily stopped the Orange Order from marching down Garvaghy Road in Portadown, a decision that follows calls for a counter‑march and fears of sectarian unrest. The judge urged all sides to step back from the abyss, citing the need to protect Northern Ireland’s fragile peace.
26 September 2026
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz in seven days if US lifts naval blockade
Iran has offered Washington a seven‑day timetable to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its naval blockade, a move that could bring an end to hostilities in the region.
26 September 2026
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson faces more than 10 years in prison
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson faces a potential sentence of over 10 years after a court hearing on sexual abuse charges.
26 September 2026
Netanyahu brands UN walkouts "moral cowards" as he defends Israeli military action
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced delegates who left his UN General Assembly speech, calling them "moral cowards" amid growing diplomatic tension over the Gaza conflict.
25 September 2026
Burnham launches new vision at Labour conference
Andy Burnham, the UK’s new prime minister, used the Labour Party Conference to outline a vision centred on public services, infrastructure and climate action.
25 September 2026
Netanyahu faces protests and walkouts during UN address on Gaza conflict
Netanyahu’s speech at the UN triggered walkouts and protests as the Gaza conflict intensifies. European delegates walked out, while thousands demanded a ceasefire outside the UN. The incident reflects growing pressure on Israel amid criticism of its military campaign.
25 September 2026
