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Burnham announces scheme to help first-time buyers onto housing ladder
The prime minister says he wants people without support from the "bank of mum and dad" to receive help.
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Faisal Islam: The two big decisions the chancellor must make
He must consider the longevity of Iran war economic pressures and how to sustain modest optimism, writes the BBC's Faisal Islam.
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Glasgow City Council pauses plan to fire and rehire 23,000 staff
Talks between the council and three unions will resume early next week to try to reach a new deal on pay.
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How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?
The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
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How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?
The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
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PM pledges £210m to regenerate UK's high streets
Burnham said the fund would would support communities to transform derelict buildings and keep businesses open
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Rayner criticises visa rule proposals ahead of Labour conference
The housing secretary says the government's plans to change wait times for permanent residency are unfair because they "change the goalposts".
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Burnham not doing enough to boost growth, says former business secretary
Ex-Business Secretary Peter Kyle calls for more urgency on the economy, as Labour members head to the party's annual conference.
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I'm not tempted to call an early election, Burnham says
The prime minister told the BBC an early poll would throw the country into a "backward-looking process".
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Tory ex-ministers face serious questions over migrant centre chaos, inquiry hears
The Manston centre in Kent became overwhelmed in November 2022 at the height of the small boats crisis.
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Miliband tells Iran minister UK will not tolerate 'hostile activity' on British soil
The foreign secretary stresses "the UK's unwavering resolve to combat threats from Iranian-linked groups in UK soil, including attacks on the British Jewish community".
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Fifteen new members in Isle of Man general election
Three ministers lose their seats and Peel and Glenfaba elects the Isle of Man's youngest MHK.
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New policies, election speculation: What to expect from Burnham's first Labour conference as PM
Andy Burnham is under pressure to deliver a compelling vision for the country as he steps from the sidelines on to the main stage.