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Reform UK party

The latest news and top stories on Reform UK party. A prominent United Kingdom-based right-wing populist political party, Reform UK is dedicated to championing common-sense pro-British policies and reforming governance. Headquartered in Millbank Tower, London, its main areas of focus include significantly reducing immigration, implementing tax cuts, scrapping net-zero targets, and promoting British culture and values. Formed in 2018 as The Brexit Party and rebranded in 2021, it has gained considerable support, securing five Members of Parliament and controlling twelve local councils, establishing itself as a significant force.

Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham holds a pint of beer during a visit to the Hare Inn in Harlow, east of London with the Chancellor John Healy (centre) on July 23. Photo: AFP

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New UK PM Burnham’s honeymoon ends as Trump, first budget loom large

Since succeeding Keir Starmer, Burnham has pleased voters with several low-cost sweeteners, including cutting electricity bills and bus fares.

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Reform UK party

New UK PM Burnham’s honeymoon ends as Trump, first budget loom large

Since succeeding Keir Starmer, Burnham has pleased voters with several low-cost sweeteners, including cutting electricity bills and bus fares.

UK’s Nigel Farage regains parliamentary seat, fights off Binface challenge

UK Conservatives defend picking former neo-Nazi as election candidate

France condemns Farage-led plan to deploy British navy against Channel migrants

Paris warns pushback operation would breach international law as hard-right party vows to return small boats.

UK’s Burnham ‘putting Britain first’ as he rules out 2029 election

Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham ‘will always put Britain’s interests first’ when asked if he would call out US President Donald Trump.

New UK PM to cut taxes for struggling pubs: ‘drop in the ocean’

Ministers did not say how the cut, which is expected to cost government finances around £100 million a year, would be funded.

Ann Widdecombe death: UK ex-minister was struck with hammer 21 times

Widdecombe, a prominent figure in the populist Reform UK, was found dead in her home on July 9.

UK’s Burnham eyes lower energy bills in first move as PM

This is the first of several early moves to ease a cost-of-living crisis and quell anger over previous governments’ failure to bring change.

China’s Li congratulates Andy Burnham on becoming Britain’s new prime minister

Li said strengthening dialogue and cooperation between ⁠China and the UK will benefit ‌the nations and ‘inject stability into global ‌peace’.

Man charged with murder of former British minister Ann Widdecombe

Joshua Kerry, 28, to appear in court as police investigate potential motives behind targeted attack.

UK’s new PM Andy Burnham vows to end years of instability

After being formally appointed by King Charles, Burnham promised a 10-year plan to restore political stability and revive the economy.

UK’s next prime minister Andy Burnham vows to ‘give hope back’ to Britons

The ex-Manchester mayor will become the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade when he takes office on Monday.

UK police arrest man over threat to shoot Reform leader Nigel Farage

The killing of Ann Widdecombe, who was a member of Farage’s party, has sparked concerns over the security of British politicians.

UK grooming gangs scandal deepens Labour’s woes amid voter backlash

Analysts warn the failure to protect vulnerable girls and deport a convicted ringleader has ‘undermined’ the ruling party.

Reform UK’s Ann Widdecombe murdered in targeted attack, police say

Counterterrorism officers have taken over the investigation and are still working to determine the motive for her killing.

Burnham to be next UK prime minister after securing more Labour MPs’ support

Andy Burnham’s 349 nominations have effectively ruled out any rival bid for leadership.

UK counterterror police take lead in suspected murder of ex-minister

Suspect rearrested on terror charges after ‘new information and evidence’ emerges in killing of Ann Widdecombe.

Man arrested on suspicion of murdering ex-UK minister Ann Widdecombe

A staunch Brexiteer, Widdecombe was known for her bluntness and socially conservative views even before she became a Reform UK spokeswoman.

Farage vs Binface: how UK hard-right leader’s poll gambit could backfire

Nigel Farage triggers a by-election for his own parliamentary seat – but his only rival may be ⁠man who wears trash can on his head.

UK’s Nigel Farage to quit as lawmaker, seeks re-election to clear name

He faces a probe by parliament’s standards watchdog over a £5 million (US$6.7 million) gift from a Thailand-based cryptocurrency billionaire.

UK’s Nigel Farage faces new allegations over gifts

Reform UK leader referred to parliament’s standards watchdog after a report that he failed to declare some benefits.

UK’s likely next prime minister to unveil plan to shift power from London

Andy Burnham to push for more local decision-making in a major speech after returning to national politics.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Editorial | Even as Starmer goes, Britain’s pragmatic China stance likely to stay

Andy Burnham, tipped to succeed Starmer, is not an outspoken critic of Beijing and engagement is set to continue despite broader geopolitical tensions.

After 6 prime ministers in 10 years, can anyone fix the UK?

Keir Starmer quit less than two years after a landslide win. His successor will be the seventh prime minister since Brexit in 2016.

Burnham’s road to 10 Downing Street: how will Starmer be replaced?

With Andy Burnham emerging as the clear front-runner to lead Britain, here’s what could happen next.

‘Sort of a friend’: Trump takes parting shot at UK’s Starmer

US leader offers his thoughts after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation.

UK PM Starmer braces for cabinet showdown, with Burnham ready to pounce

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has told the prime minister he should go, and more ministers could follow suit.

‘King of the North’ wins seat, setting up challenge to UK’s Starmer

Greater Manchester mayor secures a path to Parliament in by-election, but prime minister vows to fight any leadership challenge.

Editorial | Even as Starmer goes, Britain’s pragmatic China stance likely to stay