Lisa Nandy

Burnham’s government overhaul has received mixed reactions, with criticism that the Prime Minister did not go far enough in scrapping the Cabinet Office. Lisa Nandy's expanded role is seen as a risky move.

Andy Burnham indicated Labour's manifesto allows flexibility on taxes to support high street businesses. The UK's culture and media department will cease using X due to concerns over abuse, misinformation, and far-right content prioritization.

The UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, plans to request regulators to review Paramount's $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, citing concerns over media plurality and competition. The merger would combine assets including Channel 5, CNN, TNT Sports, and streaming services Paramount+ and HBO Max.

Independent British MP Iqbal Mohamed has called on the UK government to address English football's sponsorship links with companies accused of supporting Israel's occupation and war crimes against Palestinians. He cited a report by War on Want highlighting the Premier League, its clubs, and the Football Association's associations with firms allegedly complicit in Palestinian rights violations. Mohamed warned of 'sportswashing' Israel's actions through these ties.

Britain will ban under-16s from using a range of social media apps, as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, aiming to protect children from harmful content and excessive screen time. The measure aligns the UK with other countries like Australia and France, which have introduced similar restrictions.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce a social media ban for under-16s, part of a global movement to tighten online safety. The ban will apply to platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, and could strain relations with the U.S.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce a social media ban for under-16s, stricter than Australia's, covering platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The decision follows 116,000 public responses and aims to address online safety concerns, though the U.S. has raised free speech and regulatory concerns.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce a social media ban for children under 16, targeting platforms like TikTok and Instagram, as part of a global trend to restrict teen online access. The decision follows 116,000 public responses and could face U.S. concerns over free speech and tech company burdens.

Cabinet ministers are being asked to find funding within their departments to support increased UK defense spending following John Healey's resignation. Lisa Nandy confirmed ongoing discussions with the Treasury to secure additional funds for defense.

Labour is divided over Olympics plans, with Sadiq Khan criticizing Lisa Nandy's proposal to hold events outside London. The disagreement highlights a rift within the party. The plans are expected to have significant implications for the city's infrastructure and economy.

UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy dismissed calls for Britain to rejoin the EU as 'odd' after Wes Streeting suggested the country's future lies in the bloc. Nandy criticized Streeting's comments, saying they risked reopening a settled debate. The comments come a day after Streeting made his remarks.

Labour leadership speculation has sparked complaints from minister Lisa Nandy, who described it as 'froth and nonsense'. This comes after she posed for pictures to support Andy Burnham's election bid. The incident highlights internal Labour dynamics.

Labour leadership remains unchanged despite speculation around Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting, while Conservatives defend their Brexit approach and criticize Labour's potential rejoining of the EU. Senior minister Lisa Nandy dismisses talk of a challenge to Keir Starmer as 'froth and nonsense'.

Civil society groups warn new Charity Commission powers risk suppressing legitimate advocacy. They urge the UK government to consult the sector before implementing social cohesion measures to tackle extremism. Concerns highlight potential threats to civic space and free campaigning.

The UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has approved Axel Springer's £575m takeover of the Telegraph, ending three years of regulatory uncertainty. She stated there are no grounds to refer the deal to Ofcom for further investigation.