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European Edition Saturday, 25 July 2026
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Politics

European politics: the EU, Brussels, elections, governments and policy.

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Key messages between Mandelson and ministers

The 1,000 pages include criticisms of Labour MPs, No 10 and the prime minister.

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Chris Mason: Decision to appoint Mandelson continues to inflict damage

When Sir Keir Starmer looks back on his time at No10, his decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington will be a central part of …

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'Makerfield is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics'

The constituency is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics - and the by-election result could decide the next prime ministe…

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The questions raised by the Peter Murrell embezzlement controversy

Thecase has been hanging over the SNP like a toxic cloud since the police investigation began five years ago.

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Who is Andy Burnham? Manchester mayor who wants to be prime minister

The Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader - but must get back to Westminster first.

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Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?

Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?

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How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama

Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.

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Who is James Murray, the new health secretary replacing Wes Streeting?

What are the most pressing priorities for the new minister in charge of health?

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Analysis: Andy Burnham's route back to Commons is clearer - but can he win in Makerfield?

The Greater Manchester mayor faces a messy and bitter by-election battle with Reform UK.

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Wes Streeting: Ambitious Labour heavyweight taking a swing at Starmer

The health secretary comes from a tough background and threw himself into Labour politics at an early age.

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Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections

Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.

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Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess

The decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.