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Who is Andy Burnham? Potential future UK PM's stance on Israel, antisemitism - explainer

In a recent interview with Jewish News, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy described Burnham as a "great ally" in the fight against antisemitism and one who will stand with the Jewish community "always."

JUNE 22, 2026|ByMATHILDA HELLER

Newly-elected Makerfield MP and former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham walks at Manchester Piccadilly station as he leaves for London, in Manchester, Britain, June 22, 2026

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks to the members of the media on the sidelines of the G7 summit, in Thonon-les-Bains, France, June 17, 2026.

Keir Starmer expected to resign as UK prime minister following pressure from rival Andy Burnham

The UK PM is expected to resign on Monday, as threats to his position build; however, a government source says Starmer remains focused on getting on with the job of governing.

JUNE 21, 2026|ByREUTERS

NEWLY ELECTED Makerfield MP Andy Burnham of Britain's Labour Party greets a supporter following his victory in the Makerfield by-election, triggered by the resignation of Labour MP John Simons, at the The Edge Wigan in Wigan, Britain, June 19, 2026.

Andy Burnham's election to parliament sets up bid to oust UK PM Starmer

Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor nicknamed the "King of the North," won the contest in Makerfield in northwest England with 54.8% of the vote.

JUNE 19, 2026|ByREUTERS

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper at the UN Security Council, New York, February 18, 2026; illustrative.

Some 140 UK Labour MPs urge government to ban trade with West Bank settlements

The letter noted that countries such as Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Belgium have either already implemented bans or are in the process of doing so.

JUNE 8, 2026|ByMATHILDA HELLER

Labour party conference: UK retinent to declare genocide, pro-Palestine protesters take stand

The protesters held baby dolls covered in fake blood and signs that read "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action."

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER

Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to the media after a tour of Maidstone Hospital on December 10, 2024 in Maidstone, Britain.

'What has become of the state of Israel?' British-Jewish MP asks after being denied entry

UK lawmaker Peter Prinsley criticizes Israel after being turned away, citing the need for openness to resolve conflict.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Member of Parliament Peter Prinsley speaks during Prime Minister's Questions at the House of Commons in London, Britain, September 4, 2024; illustrative.

UK's Starmer reshuffles top team to restore authority after Rayner blow

Rayner was accused of breaching the ministerial code by failing to pay taxes correctly.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025ByREUTERS

BRITAIN’S PRIME MINISTER Keir Starmer speaks at the House of Commons last month. ‘Do what I ask or I will be forced to give you what you want’ is a negotiating strategy so dire that it could only come from this Labour government, says the writer.

The worst of all worlds: The UK’s Palestinian state plan - opinion

If one believes that statehood and self-determination are the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, seeing recognition bandied around as a negotiating tactic is insulting.

AUGUST 6, 2025ByMACKENZIE FRANCE

Mamdani victory risks making antisemitism mainstream - opinion

Mainstream US Democrats should take a lesson from UK politics and temper their embrace of Mamdani.

JULY 3, 2025ByMACKENZIE FRANCE

Zohran Mamdani speaks during a watch party for his primary election, which includes his bid to become the Democratic candidate for New York City mayor in the upcoming November 2025 election, in New York City, U.S., June 25, 2025.

Chikli: British Jews should leave UK if Labour remains in power - report

Amichai Chikli referred to the UK's current government as one of the most hostile towards Israel that we have ever known, the Daily Mail wrote.

JUNE 26, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Diaspora Affairs and Combatting Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli (R) and British Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer (L); illustration.

UK freezes trade with Israel — and integrity with it - opinion

The continued suspension of negotiations for a UK-Israel FTA could have significant consequences for both parties.

MAY 26, 2025ByNEVILLE TELLER

BRITISH FOREIGN SECRETARY David Lammy walks on Downing Street last week. In the House of Commons, he rose to his feet and read out a statement condemning how the war in Gaza was being conducted by the Israeli government.

Two British MPs denied entry to Israel due to 'intention to spread hate speech'

The passengers claimed to be part of an official delegation visiting Israel on behalf of the British parliament, however, this turned out to be untrue.

APRIL 5, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER