Andy Burnham Urged to Introduce Nationwide £2 Bus Fare Cap if He Becomes Prime Minister Thursday, July 2, 2026 andyburnham labour busfares costofliving devolution publictransport housing economicpolicy ukpolitics welfare sport Andy Burnham, the newly elected Labour MP for Makerfield and current Mayor of Greater Manchester, has been called on to implement a nationwide £2 bus fare cap if he becomes Prime Minister. This move aims to ease the financial … Read More
Government Declines Bank Holiday Request for England vs Mexico 1am Match Thursday, July 2, 2026 government bankholiday england mexico worldcup soccer sports tuchel kane determination sport Downing Street has confirmed there are no plans to declare an extra bank holiday for next Monday, despite England’s World Cup match against Mexico kicking off at 1am BST. This announcement comes amid calls for a day off to … Read More
Every Pre-Season Friendly Birmingham City Will Play Ahead of 2026/27 Thursday, July 2, 2026 birmingham championship preseason friendlies football 2026 preparation matches team season sport As the 2026/27 Championship season approaches, Birmingham City is preparing to build momentum through a series of pre-season friendly matches. These games are crucial for the team to fine-tune tactics, assess new signings, … Read More
Extra bank holiday for England moves step closer after government update Thursday, July 2, 2026 bankholiday england worldcup government labour edm football altitude celebration sports sport The prospect of an extra bank holiday in July has advanced following a government update addressing an early day motion (EDM). The EDM, put forward by Labour Party MPs, Liberal Democrats, and others, calls for an additional … Read More
Aston Villa Faces Seven Crucial Contract Decisions as New Season Dawns Wednesday, July 1, 2026 astonvilla contracts unaiemery emilianobuendia victorlindelof leonbailey rossbarkley tyronemings marcobizot football sport As the calendar turns to July, a significant moment unfolds for Aston Villa with seven important contract decisions on the horizon. While casual observers may see July as just the start of a new month, for football clubs it … Read More
Birmingham City Face 10 Crucial Contract Decisions as New Football Year Begins Wednesday, July 1, 2026 birminghamcity contracts football standrews players renewals squad management transfers season sport As the football year turns, Birmingham City must make critical decisions regarding the futures of ten players whose contracts are set to expire within the next 12 months. These contract renewals or departures will … Read More