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The incoming PM will formally replace Keir Starmer in Downing Street, and begin his premiership just a month after his return to Westminster in the Makerfield by-election09:30, 20 Jul 2026View 2 ImagesAndy Burnham is set to replace Keir Starmer in Downing StreetAndy Burnham will today enter Downing Street promising to give people “breathing space” on the cost of living.The incoming PM will formally replace Keir Starmer in Downing Street, and begin his premiership just a month after his shocking return to Westminster in the…

Spain beat an embarrassing Argentina team to deservedly win the World Cup final 1-0 thanks to Ferran Torres’ goal in extra-time. La Albiceleste failed to register a shot on target in 120 minutes while Spain dominated the ball, as fans hailed "football won" at the end of a mad final.The chaos began before kick-off with giant queues outside the ground as security, overseen by the secret service, increased due to Donald Trump’s presence. Fans were told to get to the stadium four hours before kick off but delays were caused by…

Andy Burnham has a busy day ahead, and while most of today's proceedings are rooted in ancient British history, he has a lot to get through before he takes the keys to Number 1009:00, 20 Jul 2026Updated 09:03, 20 Jul 2026All hail the new Prime Minister . . . The King of the North is set to become Prime Minister today – as Andy Burnham takes on the baton from Keir Starmer. The latter announced earlier this month that he would be resigning from his role, with Burnham taking over as Labour Party leader unopposed on Friday.This…

I had never heard of Andy Burnham until the 20th anniversary of Hillsborough. I had given birth to my second son two days before and was watching the Anfield memorial service from the hospital.It feels somewhat mean to say this now, but I was so cross that a politician had been allowed to speak at a memorial service. Midway through his speech, he stopped as the people on the Kop shouted "Justice", I felt so empowered and was elated that people were chanting at him.Then I saw the sincerity in Andy's eyes, and my disgust…