Becky Morton

Becky Morton - Political reporter Earlier intervention and tougher action against parents are among measures being announced by the government to tackle crime by young people in England and Wales.

The government says the system is "broken", with too many people signed off work with no help to return.

The ex-Labour PM says Sir Keir Starmer's government is in the "wrong position" ahead of the next election.

A committee of MPs says leaseholders have been waiting too long for governments to tackle the issue.

Former Labour PM Sir Tony Blair has accused the government of having "no coherent plan" for the country.

Former Labour PM Sir Tony Blair has accused the government of having "no coherent plan" for the country.

Becky Morton Political reporter (BBC) – Andy Burnham is no stranger to Labour leadership contests. More than 10 years ago he ran twice, unsuccessfully, for the top job.

Less than two years after he won a huge majority in the 2024 general election, Sir Keir Starmer has been forced out.

Burnham don tok say e go stand to replace di prime minister, wit backing from former Health Secretary Wes Streeting.

The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.