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- Prime Minister Mr Burnham took office, appointed John Healey and announced a £2 bus fare cap.
- Professor Sir John Curtice reported a Labour bounce after Burnham replaced Starmer, noting four points for Burnham becoming PM and two for Starmer’s departure.
- Nigel Farage faced questions about donations from a crypto billionaire and a convicted money launderer, linked to Labour’s improved standing.
- Polls remain neck and neck, easing calls for early election.
