Burnham to give mayors more power in 10-year plan to transform economy
Posted on Monday June 29, 2026

He will say decision-making needs to be "pushed to regions and local communities", and will promise "good growth in every postcode".

Chris Mason: Burnham begins to sketch out vision but faces huge questions about policy
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

The new MP for Makerfield will give what his team has called "his first major leadership speech" on Monday morning.

Mum of newborn rescued from Venezuela rubble says baby motivated her to stay alive
Posted on Monday June 29, 2026

The "miracle" rescue of 18-day-old baby Juan David is a symbol of hope in Venezuela after the devastating earthquakes.

White working-class children failed by education system, says inquiry
Posted on Monday June 29, 2026

The inquiry spoke to thousands of young people and their parents, as well as hundreds of teachers.

Temperatures to drop this week but relief from heat may be short-lived
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

Many will experience cooler air and some rain this week before a possible return to hot weather at the weekend.