Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to Britain’s nuclear submarine programme, describing it as vital for both national security and long-term economic growth. During a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, where the…

A Norwegian teenager has been convicted of travelling to Britain to carry out a contract killing on behalf of the Foxtrot criminal network, a Swedish gang linked by prosecutors to the Iranian regime.…

A 19-year-old South Sudanese man has denied allegations that he piloted an overcrowded inflatable boat carrying 167 migrants across the English Channel. Prosecutors allege that Chan Mathok Atak was one of two people…

The government is facing growing pressure to introduce emergency legislation to prevent serious offenders from being released early under the Sentencing Act. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has paused the planned early release programme…

The Church of England’s General Synod has faced renewed criticism following its decision to encourage engagement with Kairos Palestine II, a document written by Palestinian Christian leaders as a reflection on the conflict…

Andy Burnham has continued to appoint members of his ministerial team, including several Labour MPs known for their Christian faith and public service. Jonathan Reynolds has been named secretary of state for business…

Andy Burnham has pledged to lead a 'cost-of-living government', making financial support for households his first priority after taking office. At his first cabinet meeting, Burnham announced a temporary six-month cut in VAT…

A Russian frigate has carried out a live-fire exercise in international waters approximately forty nautical miles south of Plymouth while under close surveillance by the Royal Navy. The frigate Neustrashimy, part of Russia’s…

The Government’s planned early prisoner release scheme has come under renewed scrutiny after concerns that two of the men convicted over the death of PC Andrew Harper could become eligible for earlier release.…

Andy Burnham has declined to commit to increasing UK defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, despite chancellor John Healey previously arguing that such a target is essential to meet Britain’s security…