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What does the South make of the King of the North?
BBC South has been hearing from people about new PM Andy Burnham’s first week in the top job.
‘We feel the pressure juggling holiday logistics’
Parents say childcare costs, unpaid leave and SEND support gaps make summer holidays harder
Faisal Islam: The UK’s Trump trade deal no longer looks world-beating
While the US tariffs imposed on the UK are effectively unchanged, other countries now have a better deal.
New figures show costs rising for pensioners
They face 4.7% inflation – driven by steep rises in fuel and household service costs, report finds.
Preston Bus still to decide on Burnham’s £2 cap
The operator says it needs more details before deciding whether to join Andy Burnham’s new scheme.
Scotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffs
The Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.
How much money do you give for a wedding gift?
You’ve been invited by the happy couple, but they’ve asked for cash – not presents. North Londoners tell us what they would do.