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'Manchesterism' is building a better politics and a strong economy. The whole country should be inspired | Andy Burnham

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'Manchesterism' is building a better politics and a strong economy. The whole country should be inspired | Andy Burnham

Theguardian.com

Manchester is presented as the fastest-growing UK city-region economy, using public funds effectively while reducing crisis spending.
Burnham argues the north should shape Britain’s future and seize initiative from Westminster.
Manchesterism is described as a modern, collaborative approach to tackling inequality and low growth.
The piece links deindustrialisation, privatisation, austerity, and Brexit as roots of today’s cost-of-living and housing crises.
Burnham credits devolution for building a more collaborative political culture in Manchester.
The article highlights Manchester’s plans to reindustrialise the city region with five global clusters.
The author sees electoral reform as a potential policy lever to enable collaborative governance nationally.
Manchester’s experience with devolution is framed as a contrast to Westminster and Whitehall governance.
The piece credits Northern Powerhouse Rail as a pro-growth move by the government.
Burnham calls for education reforms to provide alternatives to university routes.

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Home Bargains is opening new cafés in UK — with food from 50p

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business13h ago

Home Bargains is opening new cafés in UK — with food from 50p

Metro.co.uk

Home Bargains plans to open additional in-store cafés across the UK in 2026, expanding beyond the initial handful.
The West Drayton café draw is strong, with lunchtime crowds and long queues observed during a Monday visit.
The cafés face occasional stock shortages, though staff expect improvements as restocking continues.
Menu variety varies by area, with items like beans on toast or cheese toasties offered outside London.
Popular low-price items include £1.99 milkshakes and a £2.75 southern fried chicken wrap at West Drayton.
Pastry deals are reduced by half at 3:30 pm to cut waste, with pastries kept overnight and discounted accordingly.
Shoppers praise the cafés for affordable meals, noting a family of four can eat for around £10.
Customers enjoy range and price but note the scones come with squirty cream instead of clotted cream.
Regulars visit the cafés daily, with some customers ordering the same items every visit.
The cafés are described as casual, busy with a mix of elderly customers, families, and professionals.
Metro notes the cafés have drawn online attention, with positive online chatter about value options.

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Dog walker killed by schizophrenic artist 'after string of blunders'

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Dog walker killed by schizophrenic artist 'after string of blunders'

Dailymail.co.uk

A 74-year-old dog walker was stabbed more than 50 times in a Sheffield park in August 2024.
Coroner ruled the death unlawful, saying the risk from the attacker was not properly considered.
The inquest criticized the decision to grant Borowy escorted leave from hospital.
Borowy died in prison after a suspected suicide following her arrest.
Leadbeater's family urged changes to prevent future avoidable deaths.
The inquest linked other fatal incidents involving the same mental health trust.
Family spokespeople called for accountability from NHS and police.
The report highlighted past deaths of Emily Jones and Ryan Lowry in the same trust’s care.
Investigations found handover procedures between police and health services were not updated.
Public reaction included support for the Leadbeater family and demands for change.

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Hundreds descend on UK city for second night of protests as police line streets

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Hundreds descend on UK city for second night of protests as police line streets

Mirror.co.uk

Hundreds gathered on Manchester's Curry Mile for a second night of protests on Wilmslow Road.
Greater Manchester Police issued a Section 34 dispersal order to manage the crowd.
Police supported protesters as they walked toward Manchester City Centre before dispersing.
The unrest involved a group that damaged property and targeted officers during the return.
Police reviewed CCTV to identify individuals responsible for the disorder.
No arrests were reported by police at the time of the latest update.
The protests followed unrest linked to tensions in Syria and the Kurdish SDF.
GMP officials stated they would support peaceful protests while enforcing rules against disorder.
Authorities urged anyone with information to contact 101 with log details.

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Keir Starmer facing imminent leadership battle as rival's path to top is cleared

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Keir Starmer facing imminent leadership battle as rival's path to top is cleared

Dailystar.co.uk

Burnham could mount a Labour leadership bid by winning a by-election in Greater Manchester.
Gwynne's resignation clears a path for a by-election in Gorton and Denton.
Betting markets shifted, with Burnham now the favourite to take over Starmer.
Starmer's position appears increasingly uncertain as leadership debate grows.
Gwynne publicly confirmed his resignation letter as he steps back from leadership duties.
Burnham's possible bid reflects current Labour tensions ahead of 2026.
Gwynne cited health reasons as the primary cause for stepping down.
The by-election outcome could influence Labour’s leadership trajectory.
Starmer’s leadership could face renewed scrutiny amid party leadership chatter.
By-election timing and results will shape Labour's immediate political future.

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Man stabbed 76 times in 'ritual sacrifice' after woman escapes mental unit

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Man stabbed 76 times in 'ritual sacrifice' after woman escapes mental unit

Dailystar.co.uk

In a Sheffield inquest, Roger Leadbeater was fatally stabbed 76 times in a park after Emma Borowy absconded from a mental health unit.
The coroner said the leave with escorted arrangements and risk assessments likely would have been refused if procedures were followed.
Police handling of missing vulnerable people handovers was criticised by the coroner and family members alike.
Borowy, who died in prison four months after the attack, had previously spoken of ‘murdering people’ and a ‘bloodbath’ to officers.
The family said those entrusted with care and policing failed on every level to protect the public.
Greater Manchester Mental Health Trust said it has 'learned lessons' from past inquests but more evidence is needed.
The coroner described the attack as ‘barbaric beyond comprehension’ and said it was more than violence.
Emma Borowy died in prison four months after the attack.
The inquest highlighted gaps in risk assessment and leave procedures across departments involved.

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Heartbroken brother calls for law change after sister's death

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crime9h ago

Heartbroken brother calls for law change after sister's death

Dailymail.co.uk

Danielle Haggerty died by suicide in 2023 after being locked in a flat during a dispute with her partner.
Her brother Jonathan Haggerty started a petition for 'Danielle's Law' to impose a legal duty to rescue in domestic danger.
The petition seeks to criminalise abandoning someone in immediate danger without seeking help in domestic situations.
Angela Rayner supports the Danielle's Law campaign and is in contact with Jonathan.
Neighbours heard Danielle pleading and a neighbour alerted police before she was found unconscious.
The campaign aims to spark a government response and potential parliamentary debate on the issue.
Jonathan emphasizes the legal gap that may allow neglect in dangerous domestic situations to go unpunished.
The Daily Mail article frames Danielle's Law as a cross-party concern with victim-support backing.
Danielle was a former hairdresser described by relatives as a loving sister and aunt.
The case has drawn attention to a perceived loophole in existing domestic violence laws.

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