Labour Party

Andy Burnham announces latest appointments to key green economy roles, as Number 10 confirms Environment Minister Mary Creagh and Energy Minister Lord Whitehead have left government

Andy Burnham's Cabinet appointments and cuts to VAT on electricity bills suggest a commitment to net zero will remain, but can he marry new fossil fuel projects with continued decarbonisation?

Andy Burnham confirms top team, with Ed Miliband promoted to Foreign Secretary, Jonathan Reynolds returning as Business Secretary, Angela Eagle confirmed as Environment Secretary, and John Healey appointed Chancellor

New Prime Minister promises series of policy measures to tackle cost of living and devolve power across the UK, as he confirms John Healey as his new Chancellor

Reports suggest Andy Burnham is poised to approve fresh fossil fuel projects in the North Sea, sparking row over manifesto pledge not to allow 'new licences to explore new fields'

Prime Minister-in-waiting to be officially confirmed as Labour leader, as speculation mounts over his policy plans

Andy Burnham's big speech failed to mention climate action or the net zero transition, but it hinted at how both could be central to his drive to deliver good economic growth for every postcode

The Prime Minister's resignation speech continued one of the flaws that defined his premiership - a refusal to promote the bold climate policies his government has enacted

Decision paves way for new Prime Minister to take office by September at the latest

Reports suggest Starmer is to announce he will leave Downing Street in the coming months, paving the way for a change of leadership and a debate over the government’s net zero strategy