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Green Party Challenges Labour's Historic Hold in Keir Starmer's Former Seat Amid Gaza DebatePolitics

Green Party Challenges Labour's Historic Hold in Keir Starmer's Former Seat Amid Gaza Debate

Green Party leader Zack Polanski and other candidates are challenging Labour's decades-long grip on Keir Starmer's former parliamentary seat, with local frustration over the Gaza conflict playing a central role in the by-election.

Al Jazeera English|October 6, 2026
The Burnham Bounce: Can Labour Maintain Its Momentum Against Nigel Farage and Reform UK?Politics

The Burnham Bounce: Can Labour Maintain Its Momentum Against Nigel Farage and Reform UK?

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has given the Labour Party a temporary polling boost known as the 'Burnham bounce,' though the party continues to face fierce competition from Nigel Farage and Reform UK.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Signals Potential Reversal on Brexit at Labour Party ConferencePolitics

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Signals Potential Reversal on Brexit at Labour Party Conference

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his Labour Party conference speech to signal a potential reversal on Brexit, declaring that leaving the EU has done more harm than good.

The National|September 29, 2026|1
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Pledges Major Public Services Expansion at Labour ConferencePolitics

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Pledges Major Public Services Expansion at Labour Conference

During his first Labour conference speech, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham promised a massive expansion of public services, healthcare reform, and publicly-owned utilities.

Al Jazeera English|September 29, 2026|2
Why UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is Wise to Avoid an Early General ElectionPolitics

Why UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is Wise to Avoid an Early General Election

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has sensibly ruled out calling an early general election, choosing instead to focus on navigating the country through economic challenges until 2029.

The National|September 29, 2026
UK Pledges Tougher Stance and Sanctions Over Israeli Actions in Gaza and West BankPolitics

UK Pledges Tougher Stance and Sanctions Over Israeli Actions in Gaza and West Bank

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced a tougher stance and new sanctions against Israeli actions in Gaza and the West Bank during the Labour Party conference in Liverpool.

Al Jazeera English|September 28, 2026|1
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband Announces Tougher Stance on Israel and West Bank Settlers at Labour ConferencePolitics

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband Announces Tougher Stance on Israel and West Bank Settlers at Labour Conference

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband declared a tougher British stance against Israeli policies in Gaza and the West Bank during the Labour Party annual conference in Liverpool.

The National|September 28, 2026|1
Over 50 Arrested as Palestine Action Protesters Target UK Labour Party ConferencePolitics

Over 50 Arrested as Palestine Action Protesters Target UK Labour Party Conference

More than 50 demonstrators have been arrested outside the Labour Party conference in Liverpool for supporting the banned Palestine Action group, sparking debates over free speech.

Al Jazeera English|September 28, 2026|3
Pro-Palestine Activists Plan Major Rally at Labour Conference Led by Prime Minister Andy BurnhamPolitics

Pro-Palestine Activists Plan Major Rally at Labour Conference Led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Protesters plan to rally in support of Palestine Action at the Labour Party conference led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, demanding an end to the group's ban and British complicity in the conflict.

Al Jazeera English|September 26, 2026|1
Beyond the Rhetoric: What Reform UK's Rise in Birmingham Really Tells Us About BritainPolitics

Beyond the Rhetoric: What Reform UK's Rise in Birmingham Really Tells Us About Britain

Reform UK's recent political gains in Birmingham highlight deep-seated public disillusionment and economic deprivation rather than a sweeping ideological shift toward the far-right.

Al Jazeera English|September 6, 2026|1
UK Government Condemns Masked Anti-Immigrant Demonstrators After Dover Port BlockadePolitics

UK Government Condemns Masked Anti-Immigrant Demonstrators After Dover Port Blockade

Masked demonstrators briefly blocked access to the Port of Dover on Saturday, prompting strong condemnation from the UK government over the resulting travel disruptions.

Al Jazeera English|September 5, 2026|2
Prime Minister Andy Burnham Defends Economic Strategy and Vows to Restore Hope in First Parliamentary GrillingPolitics

Prime Minister Andy Burnham Defends Economic Strategy and Vows to Restore Hope in First Parliamentary Grilling

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham faced his first Prime Minister's Questions in the House of Commons, defending his economic strategy and promising to restore hope amid ongoing cost-of-living challenges.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026|1
As Parliament Resumes, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Faces Tough Political RealityPolitics

As Parliament Resumes, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Faces Tough Political Reality

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's political honeymoon comes to an end as Parliament resumes, leaving the new leader to confront pressing challenges regarding the economy, prison overcrowding, and defence spending.

The National|September 2, 2026|1
Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces Departure from Domestic PoliticsPolitics

Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces Departure from Domestic Politics

Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is leaving domestic politics entirely after 11 years in parliament, stepping down from his Holborn and St Pancras seat just weeks after resigning as premier.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1