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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he would challenge Trump when Britain’s interests require it

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would be prepared to challenge U.S. President Donald Trump if doing so was necessary to protect Britain’s interests, while emphasizing that his government’s approach would be guided by national priorities. In an interview with the BBC, excerpts......

UK private sector returns to growth in July as business confidence improves

Business activity in the United Kingdom returned to expansion in July, ending a three-month period of contraction as companies reported stronger operating conditions and easing cost pressures. The latest survey points to renewed momentum in the British economy, offering an early boost for the government......

Britain to cap bus fares at £2 as Prime Minister Andy Burnham targets living costs

Britain's new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, has announced a nationwide plan to cap the price of single bus tickets at £2 from January 2027, marking one of the first major affordability measures of his new administration. The initiative is designed to reduce everyday transport costs for millions......

UK defence stocks rally after John Healey becomes finance minister

Shares in leading UK defence companies climbed on Tuesday after newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham named former Defence Secretary John Healey as the country's new finance minister, fueling investor expectations of sustained military spending. London-listed defence firms outperformed their......

Sterling strengthens as John Healey takes over as UK finance minister

The British pound posted modest gains on Tuesday after John Healey was appointed as the United Kingdom's new finance minister, with investors turning their attention to the government's fiscal strategy under recently appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Sterling rose 0.15% against the U.S.......

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges cautious economic approach amid cost-of-living pressures

Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to maintain a cautious approach to economic management, promising not to take unnecessary risks while seeking to ease pressure on households facing persistent cost-of-living challenges. Speaking on Monday after taking office at 10 Downing Street......

Macron congratulates UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, calls for renewed UK-EU partnership

French President Emmanuel Macron has congratulated Andy Burnham on becoming the United Kingdom's new prime minister, expressing his hope that the change in leadership will open a new chapter in relations between the United Kingdom and the European Union. In a message shared on social media, Macron......

Andy Burnham officially becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Andy Burnham officially assumed office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after being invited by King Charles III to form a new government following the completion of the country's political transition. The Labour Party leader met the British monarch at Buckingham Palace, where he formally......

Thames Water creditors warn of legal action over possible nationalisation under Burnham government

Creditors of Thames Water have warned they could pursue legal action if newly appointed British Prime Minister Andy Burnham moves forward with plans to bring the troubled utility company into public ownership. The warning comes as the future of Britain's largest water provider remains uncertain,......