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Andy Burnham delivered his first statement to the House of Commons as prime minister, outlining plans for regional devolution, leasehold reform, and climate commitments. He confirmed attendance at the COP31 summit in Turkey and pledged to introduce a Commonhold and Leasehold Bill this session, while facing scrutiny over defence spending targets.
A group of wealthy landowners and charities are challenging the UK's 2024 leasehold and freehold reform laws in the High Court, arguing they violate human rights and could lead to significant financial losses, while leaseholders fear delays in beneficial reforms. The case highlights ongoing disputes over property rights, compensation, and the future of leasehold systems in England.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced a series of challenging questions from BBC presenters across England, addressing issues such as the Norwich Western Link Road, leaseholder reforms, winter fuel allowance cuts, and the Birmingham pub bombings inquiry. Starmer promised decisions on infrastructure and leasehold reforms, defended budgetary decisions affecting pensioners, and acknowledged the need for energy price interventions. He also discussed the impact of inheritance tax changes on farmers and the government's approach to prison overcrowding and hospice funding.