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James Purnell and Andy Burnham entered Parliament together in their early thirties after the 2001 general election - representing seats in Greater Manchester - and even shared an office17:56, 24 Jun 2026View 3 ImagesAndy Burnham and old ally James Purnell walking up Downing Street in 2009(Image: Bloomberg via Getty Images)James Purnell is one of Andy Burnham’s oldest political allies with a relationship stretching back decades.The former Blairite minister, who is being lined up as No10’s next chief-of-staff, and Burnham were…

If you have a problem that needs solving and you don't know where to turn, look no further.Every day, the Daily Star's very own agony aunt Jane O'Gorman is on hand to tackle your issues and concerns with some straight-talking but sound advice.From bedroom confessions to self-confidence issues , drug use and everything else, Jane has helped thousands of Daily Star readers over the years and isn't slowing down.If you want help, you can write to Just Jane, Daily Star, One Canada Square, London, E145AP or email…

A vile ex has been thrown behind bars after she killed two children with a poisoned Easter egg. The woman was jailed for 66 years for the children's deaths and the attempted murder of another woman19:15, 24 Jun 2026View 3 ImagesLuís Fernando Rocha Silva and his siter died while their mother was hospitalised (Image: NX)A jealous ex has been jailed for more than 66 years for murdering two children with a poisoned Easter egg sent to their mother as a revenge gift.Jordelia Pereira Barbosa, 35, was convicted in Imperatriz, in…

Andy Burnham is expected to say he wants to move parts of his Downing Street operation out of London if he becomes Prime Minister in his first major policy speech18:29, 24 Jun 2026View 2 ImagesAndy Burnham, pictured in his Makerfield constituency, wants to shift power out of London(Image: Getty Images)Andy Burnham will look to move parts of his Downing Street operation to Manchester in an ambitious bid to shift power beyond London.The former Greater Manchester mayor is expected to say he would set up a "No10 in the North" if…