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Andy Burnham to announce new North Sea oil drilling plans despite Labour manifesto pledge
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is reportedly preparing to announce new oil and gas drilling in the North …
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Andy Burnham to announce North Sea drilling revival as new Labour leader
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to announce a policy blitz including revived oil and gas drilling …
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Queen Camilla Marks 79th Birthday with Children's Book Giveaway
Queen Camilla celebrates her 79th birthday by launching a book giveaway initiative to promote children's literacy, with Buckingham …
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Andy Burnham to pledge to reverse Thatcher’s economic legacy in first speech as Labour leader
Andy Burnham will use his first speech as Labour leader to promise to undo the economic legacy of …
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Andy Burnham hints at tax rises and business rates overhaul in leadership pitch
Andy Burnham has signalled that tax increases may be necessary if he becomes Labour leader, proposing to lift …