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VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.
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VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.
The Guardian
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Lebanese army accuses Israelis of firing near troops as president prepares to meet Trump – Middle East crisis live
Soldiers were operating in ‘pilot zone’ in southern Lebanon; Joseph Aoun to meet Trump at White HouseLebanon’s president, Joseph Aoun, is due to meet Donald Trump for the first time today as he wraps up a four-day visit …
The Guardian
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Canada ready to ‘intensify’ trade talks as Trump reportedly prepares to hit more countries with new tariffs – US politics live
Mark Carney says Canada has made proposals to resolve dispute as tariffs are due to be imposed on wide range of goodsSign up for US Breaking News emailUS gas prices have continued to rise since the conflict with Iran res…
BBC News
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Russian warship carried out firing exercise off Plymouth coast
The Neustrashimy's live-fire exercise took place in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes.
The Guardian
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Andy Burnham shakes up Whitehall with new government department
Office of Prime Minister and Cabinet, led by Louise Haigh, will oversee both No 10 in London and northern equivalent• Andy Burnham’s first Labour cabinet: who’s in and who’s out?Andy Burnham has created a powerful new de…
The Guardian
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Trump’s HIV funding cuts having ‘severe and devastating’ impact around the world
The President’s Emergency Plan for Aids Relief has saved 26m lives globally, but slashing of funds and dismantling of USAID have forced clinics to shut in dozens of countriesNo part of the United States’ anti-HIV program…
The Guardian
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Andy Burnham says his will be a ‘cost-of-living government’ in first cabinet meeting as PM – UK politics live
The new prime minister said he wants his government to look at ‘all possible ways’ to help families with high costsBurnham to cut VAT on electricity bills in first cost-of-living moveAntónio Costa, the president of the E…
BBC News
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Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, prosecutors say
Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, in South Yorkshire, is charged with her murder and appeared in court.
GOV.UK
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Say ‘I do’ to getting your side hustle tax right
HMRC is reminding people earning money from side hustles to check if they need to register for Self Assessment and declare their income
GOV.UK
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Current inspections
Details of our live inspections, and any inspection reports awaiting publication.
GOV.UK
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Canada joins next-generation fighter jet programme as first Observer Nation
One of the world’s most ambitious defence and industrial partnerships is even stronger as the UK, Italy and Japan welcome Canada to the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) as the first Observer Nation. …
BBC Business
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Ozempic-maker sues rival, accusing it of false advertising
Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, has launched legal action accusing its arch rival Eli Lilly of false advertising.
BBC News
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Parts of the UK move closer to drought
Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather – the stage before drought.
GOV.UK
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The UK remains committed to supporting a Haitian-led pathway to sustainable peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti.
The Guardian
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Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, court told
Joshua Kerry appears at Westminster magistrates court charged with murder of former MP earlier this monthA man has appeared in court charged with the murder of the former MP and Reform UK spokesperson Ann Widdecombe.Josh…
GOV.UK
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Construction begins on new Army facilities at Tidworth and Warminster
Construction has begun at Tidworth and Warminster to deliver new and improved facilities or military personnel while enhancing operational efficiency.
Financial Times
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Ann Widdecombe died after being ‘struck 21 times with hammer’
Prosecutors set out details of what police said was a ‘targeted attack’ on 78-year-old former minister
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The Guardian
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What will Andy Burnham’s VAT cut on electricity bills mean for you?
New prime minister is implementing immediate tax cut to help ease cost of living pressures for British householdsAndy Burnham to cut VAT on electricity bills as first cost of living moveHousehold electricity bills for pe…
The Guardian
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What will Andy Burnham’s VAT cut on electricity bills mean for you?
New prime minister is implementing immediate tax cut to help ease cost of living pressures for British householdsAndy Burnham to cut VAT on electricity bills as first cost of living moveHousehold electricity bills for pe…
GOV.UK
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Quadrilateral Joint Statement on Canada becoming an Observer to GCAP
On July 21, Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, Japanese Defense Minister KOIZUMI Shinjirō, UK Secretary of State for Defence Wes Streeting, and Canadian Minister of National Defence David J. McGuinty met in London …
GOV.UK
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Environment Agency takes action to maintain River Severn levels
The Environment Agency is taking action to protect water supplies and wildlife in the Midlands as dry weather continues to place pressure on river levels.
BBC News
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Ryanair boss says 'foreign object' may have caused plane window incident
Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft.
BBC Business
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Ryanair broken window may have been caused by 'foreign object'
Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft.
BBC News
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London-based civil servants offered move to No 10 North in Manchester
London-based civil servants willing to move north have been told they will be offered relocation packages, the BBC understands.
BBC News
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Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10.1 million
The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.
BBC Business
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UK borrows less than expected in June but public finances remain a challenge
Public finances for last month were better than expected but the UK is carrying major debt.
BBC News
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Row escalates in Ukraine over army chief's future
Protesters are demanding Oleksandr Syrskyi be removed and former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov reinstated by Friday.
BBC News
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Infantino's 'time is up' with Fifa, La Liga boss says
La Liga president Javier Tebas calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to quit, and claims the governing body is "destroying the football industry".
GOV.UK
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UK and Florida forge new space partnership to back joint innovation
The UK and Florida have joined forces to help space companies and researchers turn innovative ideas into commercial reality, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the UK Government and Space Flor…
The Guardian
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Football, golf … behold the future of world sport: Donald Trump as referee-in-chief | Marina Hyde
After his dubious intervention at the World Cup, the president is now an arbiter of high-level fairway disputes. There’s one word for that: SAD! For so many of us around the world, the final scenes of the World Cup were …
Financial Times
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Six foolish mistakes for the new chancellor to avoid
John Healey will be under pressure on many fronts, but bear-pits are lurking . . .
BBC News
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Angela Rayner: Labour's working-class warrior bounces back
The potential contender to replace Keir Starmer is now back in the cabinet under Andy Burnham.
The Guardian
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Thames Water investors offer ‘golden share’ in bid to head off nationalisation
Move would give government veto over big decisions and hostile takeovers, after Burnham’s call for greater public controlBusiness live – latest updatesThe group of investors pursuing a rescue bid for Thames Water have of…
BBC News
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Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks
The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
BBC Business
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Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks
The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
GOV.UK
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Defence Minister Lord Coaker, keynote speech at Enterprise Gateway, Farnborough International Airshow.
The Enterprise Gateway: Opening Address
The Guardian
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What the EU wants from Andy Burnham
European leaders have made positive noises about the new UK PM, but he is likely to face the same restrictions as StarmerUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham is unknown in Brussels, but that will soon change. In…
GOV.UK
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Ministerial letter on local plan examinations welcomed
The Planning Inspectorate welcomes the letter from Minister Matthew Pennycook MP on local plan examinations ahead of the December 2026 submission deadline.
GOV.UK
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Stephen Kinnock MP begins work as Secretary of State for Wales
Stephen Kinnock has taken up his role as Secretary of State for Wales following his appointment by Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
GOV.UK
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Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard MP, keynote speech at AGF Defence Summit, Farnborough International Air show.
Minister Pollard highlighting record spending on air power, drones, and innovation, and publishing a new SME Action Plan to grow Britain's defence industry.
Financial Times
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What we learnt from the new PM’s choices for his top team
New leader signals he will depart from Keir Starmer’s approach in some areas while stressing continuity in others
GOV.UK
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Charities urged to prepare for compliance with EHRC Code of Practice
Charity Commission offers interim update on provisions of EHRC’s code that clarify the law on matters of sex and gender
GOV.UK
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National Drought Group steps up response after third heatwave
Parts of southern, central, and eastern England move closer to drought status
The Guardian
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‘No electricity, no water, no fuel’: Ukrainian drone strikes bring darkness to Crimea’s summer
Interviews with residents of Russian-held region point to frustration with Moscow as Ukrainian campaign to isolate it takes toll on daily lifeFirst, the guests stopped coming. As Ukrainian drones and missiles pounded Cri…
BBC News
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Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone' after Israeli withdrawal
A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.
GOV.UK
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Certification Officer: Announcements
General announcements and latest decisions of the Certification Officer.
BBC Business
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Thames Water lenders offer 'golden share' to head off nationalisation
The water supplier's lenders are trying to prevent the company from being taken over by the Burnham government
Financial Times
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Trump prepares fresh tariff barrage with 10% levies set to expire
US president to renew trade war after Supreme Court threw out reciprocal duties
Financial Times
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Berenberg alleges accounting manipulation designed to flatter profits
Auditor signs off delayed 2025 accounts, showing net profit fell from €81.6mn to €20.2mn
The Guardian
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UK borrows less than expected as Healey vows to ‘buffer against uncertainty’
Figure of £16bn from ONS comes after Andy Burnham revealed plans to cut VAT on electricity billsBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government borrowed less than expected in June, in a boost for Andy Burnham as he set o…
BBC News
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US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers
Iran says it has hit two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as well as targets in Bahrain and Jordan.
BBC Business
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What does an Andy Burnham-led government mean for your money?
The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.
The Guardian
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Defence shares rise after Andy Burnham appoints John Healey as chancellor
Babcock and BAE Systems benefit as markets hope former defence secretary will increase spending on sectorBusiness live – latest updatesShares in defence companies have risen sharply after Andy Burnham appointed John Heal…
BBC Technology
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AI minister role boosted but tech department axed in Burnham shake-up
Kanishka Narayan will attend cabinet - but no longer have the leadership of a technology secretary.
The Guardian
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Mitie agrees £3.1bn takeover by OCS in blow to London stock market
Board of UK government contractor recommends deal with private-equity owned rivalBusiness live – latest updatesThe outsourcer Mitie has agreed to a £3.1bn takeover by its private-equity owned rival OCS Group, ending near…
The Guardian
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Andy Burnham promised urgent action on the cost of living – the heat is now on chancellor John Healey to deliver it | Alfie Stirling
The PM and the new boss at the Treasury face an even trickier task than their predecessors. They need a good plan, and we have oneAlfie Stirling is an economist and director of policy at the Joseph Rowntree FoundationAs …
BBC News
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Chris Mason: Starmer ally takes swipe at Burnham's first big policy
Sir Keir Starmer's former right hand man Darren Jones says Andy Burnham's VAT cut is unfunded.
The Guardian
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Board short summer: why everyone suddenly wants to look like a surfer
Surfboards, knee-length shorts, wetsuits, flip-flops: all have been seen on the catwalks this year. But what do actual surfers think of the trend? We went to Newquay to find outSummer is here, and with it the annual scra…
Financial Times
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Thames Water lenders to offer ‘golden share’ to UK government
Creditors plan improved offer in bid to avoid nationalisation by new Burnham government
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