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Sienna Rodgers is Deputy Editor of The House magazine.

Unison Head Hits Out At “Wall Of Silence” From Shabana Mahmood Over Immigration Changes
Health
Unison Head Hits Out At “Wall Of Silence” From Shabana Mahmood Over Immigration Changes
Exclusive: Unison general secretary Andrea Egan has accused Shabana Mahmood of putting up a “wall of silence” by refusing to meet with the union raising concerns over immigration reforms.
TUC Head Urges Government To Reject Choice Between Defence Spending And Public Services
Economy
TUC Head Urges Government To Reject Choice Between Defence Spending And Public Services
Paul Nowak, general secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), has urged the government to “reject the right-wing argument” that it must choose between increasing defence spending and investing in public services.
Who's Who In Andy Burnham's No 10?
Political parties
Who's Who In Andy Burnham's No 10?
Andy Burnham’s backroom is taking shape. Sienna Rodgers gives a rundown of which movers and shakers in Labour politics have been appointed to the new No 10
Nigel Farage Threatens To Flood House Of Lords With Reform Peers To Deliver Policies
Political parties
Nigel Farage Threatens To Flood House Of Lords With Reform Peers To Deliver Policies
Nigel Farage has threatened to flood the House of Lords with “hundreds” of Reform UK peers and sack civil servants if necessary to deliver his party’s manifesto.
Lord Glasman Wrote A Song For The Exiled Crown Prince Of Iran And Played It To Him
Foreign affairs
By Sienna Rodgers
Lord Glasman Wrote A Song For The Exiled Crown Prince Of Iran And Played It To Him
Exclusive: Labour peer Maurice Glasman wrote and recorded a song dedicated to Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last Shah of Iran, in support of his exiled dynasty returning to power.
Defy “Orthodox Economists” To Invest Billions In Reindustrialisation, Labour MPs Urge Burnham
Economy
By Sienna Rodgers
Defy “Orthodox Economists” To Invest Billions In Reindustrialisation, Labour MPs Urge Burnham
Exclusive: Andy Burnham has been urged by a new group of Labour MPs to defy “orthodox economists” and invest billions in creating and sustaining one million production-based jobs in Britain.
The Winners And Losers In Andy Burnham's First Set Of Ministerial Appointments
Political parties
The Winners And Losers In Andy Burnham's First Set Of Ministerial Appointments
Andy Burnham has delighted many of his supporters and largely dismayed Starmerites with the Cabinet and wider frontbench appointments made in his first week as Prime Minister.
Andy Burnham Bolsters No 10 With New Hires
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Andy Burnham Bolsters No 10 With New Hires
Exclusive: Andy Burnham is building out his No 10 with new hires, including Alison Phillips, former editor of The Mirror and head of Starmer-supporting think tank ThinkLabour.
Inside Burnham's ‘No 10 North’ Plans: “It's Not Just About Creating A Second Westminster”
Economy
Inside Burnham's ‘No 10 North’ Plans: “It's Not Just About Creating A Second Westminster”
Andy Burnham has pledged to create a ‘No 10 North’ in Manchester that would serve as the ‘nerve centre of a rewired Britain’. Will it work? How? Sienna Rodgers reports
Burnham's No 10 Expected To Undergo Restructuring Under Chief Of Staff James Purnell
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Burnham's No 10 Expected To Undergo Restructuring Under Chief Of Staff James Purnell
The Prime Minister’s No 10 office in Downing Street is expected to undergo a significant restructuring under Andy Burnham and his chief of staff James Purnell, in addition to the founding of a new ‘No 10 North’ in Manchester, PoliticsHome understands.
EHRC Chair Mary-Ann Stephenson: 'The Code Could Be Blocked – The Law Remains The Law'
Education
By Sienna Rodgers
EHRC Chair Mary-Ann Stephenson: "The Code Could Be Blocked – The Law Remains The Law"
When Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson became the new Equality and Human Rights Commission chair, she inherited one of Britain’s most bitter public debates. Speaking to Sienna Rodgers, she urges her critics to grasp that the regulator is simply applying the law on sex and gender – and dismisses Reform’s proposed bill for women as ‘motherhood and apple pie’
Greens To Target “Unease About Gentrification” Under Burnham In Manchester Mayoral Race
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Greens To Target “Unease About Gentrification” Under Burnham In Manchester Mayoral Race
Exclusive: The Green Party remains confident it can move ahead of Labour in the Greater Manchester mayoral race and plans to target local unease about gentrification under Andy Burnham, according to senior insiders.
Why It All Went Wrong For Starmer – And What's To Come With Burnham
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Why It All Went Wrong For Starmer – And What's To Come With Burnham
Sienna Rodgers reports on how Keir Starmer’s premiership was cut short and whether Labour believes Andy Burnham will fare any better
Burnham Expected To Become Prime Minister After Special Conference On July 17
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Burnham Expected To Become Prime Minister After Special Conference On July 17
Exclusive: The Labour Party is planning a special conference on 17 July to announce the result of its leadership race, after which Andy Burnham is widely expected to become the next prime minister, PoliticsHome can reveal.
National Maternity Adviser Michelle Welsh: “We Are Not Waiting For More Babies To Die”
Health
National Maternity Adviser Michelle Welsh: “We Are Not Waiting For More Babies To Die”
Labour MP Michelle Welsh has just been appointed the government’s first national maternity adviser. She tells Sienna Rodgers about her personal experience of birth trauma and why she’s fighting for all mums and babies to be better treated by our maternity services
Andy Burnham: The Makerfield Campaign, The Aftermath And His Prep For Government
Political parties
Andy Burnham: The Makerfield Campaign, The Aftermath And His Prep For Government
Andy Burnham supporters are increasingly optimistic about Makerfield. Sienna Rodgers explores what comes after the by-election
Andy Burnham Says He Is “Not Going To Hold Back” On “Early Change” To The House Of Lords
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Andy Burnham Says He Is “Not Going To Hold Back” On “Early Change” To The House Of Lords
Exclusive: Andy Burnham has told The House magazine that he would support “early change” to the House of Lords, with reform – including downsizing it – coming by way of the next general election.
Stephanie Peacock: “I've Got No Time For Conversations About Rejoining The EU”
Culture
Stephanie Peacock: “I've Got No Time For Conversations About Rejoining The EU”
Tourism minister Stephanie Peacock talks to Sienna Rodgers about introducing a controversial tourist tax and tackling short-term holiday lets – plus why Labour finds itself in a mess, but relitigating Brexit would be wrong
Inside Andy Burnham's Makerfield Campaign: “Nobody Thinks This Is In The Bag”
Political parties
Inside Andy Burnham's Makerfield Campaign: “Nobody Thinks This Is In The Bag”
Will Andy Burnham’s big by-election bet on Makerfield pay off? Sienna Rodgers talks to Labour MPs, insiders and activists who reveal the campaign strategy and what’s worrying them
Emily Thornberry: “I Wanted Keir To Have More Of An Opportunity To Be Himself”
Foreign affairs
Emily Thornberry: “I Wanted Keir To Have More Of An Opportunity To Be Himself”
Foreign Affairs Committee chair Emily Thornberry tells Sienna Rodgers Labour needs ‘bold and brave and open leadership’ – from radicalism at home to the EU reset and British soft power around the world
Caitlin Prowle: “People Want The Labour Party To Look, Talk And Feel Like The Labour Party”
Parliament
Caitlin Prowle: “People Want The Labour Party To Look, Talk And Feel Like The Labour Party”
As the Labour Party finds itself in the middle of an internal battle while in government, its sister party thinks it can see a way forward. Sienna Rodgers speaks to the Co-operative Party’s assistant general secretary Caitlin Prowle
What Software Engineering Can Teach Us About AI And The Future Of Work
Economy
By Sienna Rodgers
What Software Engineering Can Teach Us About AI And The Future Of Work
Junior developer jobs are under threat as AI coding tools become commonplace. Sienna Rodgers explores this early case study of how AI reshapes a labour market
Edtech Wars: Meet The Mums Fighting Screens In Classrooms
Education
Edtech Wars: Meet The Mums Fighting Screens In Classrooms
As consensus grows around the need for social media and smartphone restrictions for under-16s, Sienna Rodgers reports that campaigner mums across the country are now bringing the fight to edtech
Top PM Aide Darren Jones 'Sounding Out Support' For Potential Leadership Run
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Top PM Aide Darren Jones "Sounding Out Support" For Potential Leadership Run
Exclusive: Chief secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones has sparked suspicion among colleagues that he is quietly sounding out support for a future leadership bid of his own, PoliticsHome understands.
Greens Hopeful Of Taking On Reform To Make First Gains In Outer London
Communities
Greens Hopeful Of Taking On Reform To Make First Gains In Outer London
The Greens are so optimistic about their prospects in the upcoming local elections that they are now diverting campaigning resources to outer London, where senior sources believe the party could make gains for the first time, PoliticsHome can reveal.
“Critical Friend”: Chief Inspector John Tuckett Resets Role Of Borders Watchdog
Home affairs
By Sienna Rodgers
“Critical Friend”: Chief Inspector John Tuckett Resets Role Of Borders Watchdog
Former submarine commander turned independent chief inspector of borders and immigration John Tuckett tells Sienna Rodgers he is resetting the watchdog’s relationship with the Home Office after years of tension
Alf Dubs: Labour Is Weakening Refugee Rights – I Had More Success Under The Tories
Home affairs
Alf Dubs: Labour Is Weakening Refugee Rights – I Had More Success Under The Tories
As Lord Dubs leads the charge against the government’s immigration changes, he talks to Sienna Rodgers about his disappointment in Labour, his hopes for rejoining the EU, and why Keir Starmer must step out of his advisers’ shadow
Team Burnham Is Getting Organised Ahead Of The May Elections
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Team Burnham Is Getting Organised Ahead Of The May Elections
Labour MPs say Angela Rayner is down, Andy Burnham is up. Sienna Rodgers reports on the obstacles on the mayor’s path to No 10
Sonia Kumar MP On Training Physiotherapists In A War Zone And Why She Quit The NHS
Health
By Sienna Rodgers
Sonia Kumar MP On Training Physiotherapists In A War Zone And Why She Quit The NHS
Labour MP Sonia Kumar tells Sienna Rodgers about travelling to Ukraine with a team of British clinicians to train local therapists, helping injured soldiers recover faster
Olympic Medallist Baroness Davies: “I’m Not Going To Lie. Is That A Problem?”
Culture
Olympic Medallist Baroness Davies: “I’m Not Going To Lie. Is That A Problem?”
From racing doped East German swimmers to campaigning on women’s sport, Olympic medallist turned Conservative life peer Baroness Davies tells Sienna Rodgers that fairness will drive her work in the Lords
Inside The Battle For Labour's Mainstream: Luke Akehurst Vs Luke Hurst
Political parties
Inside The Battle For Labour's Mainstream: Luke Akehurst Vs Luke Hurst
Two internal players called Luke are battling to claim Labour’s mainstream. The outcome of their rivalry will shape the future of the party – and possibly the country. Sienna Rodgers reports
Angela Rayner Joins Fightback Against Government Immigration Reforms
Home affairs
By Sienna Rodgers
Angela Rayner Joins Fightback Against Government Immigration Reforms
Former Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner has given her backing to the efforts of a large group of Labour MPs currently lobbying the government against its immigration reforms.
Zack Polanski: “There’s A Lot Of Inauthenticity In Politics, But It’s Not Coming From Me”
Political parties
Zack Polanski: “There’s A Lot Of Inauthenticity In Politics, But It’s Not Coming From Me”
Green Party leader Zack Polanski talks to Sienna Rodgers about his by-election success, potential Labour defectors, and how his upbringing shapes his views on Zionism
Jeremy Corbyn Officially Elected Parliamentary Leader Of ‘Your Party’
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Jeremy Corbyn Officially Elected Parliamentary Leader Of ‘Your Party’
Exclusive: Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has officially become parliamentary leader of ‘Your Party’ after being elected to the role by the new party’s executive committee.
Trump Is No Ally Of Britain – He Is A Threat Like Putin, Says Zack Polanski
Foreign affairs
By Sienna Rodgers
Trump Is No Ally Of Britain – He Is A Threat Like Putin, Says Zack Polanski
Zack Polanski has declared that Donald Trump cannot be an ally of Britain, and the UK can no longer have a “special relationship” with the US, because its President is a “real threat” in the same mould as Vladimir Putin.
Labour And Greens Clash Over Betting Influence On Manchester By-Election Campaign
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers
Labour And Greens Clash Over Betting Influence On Manchester By-Election Campaign
Exclusive: The Labour Party and the Greens have clashed over the influence of political betting on the eve of the Gorton and Denton by-election, triggering claims that the market should be regulated.