Public research university in Liverpool, England
The UK‑US trade deal on medicines has prompted warnings after a BMJ analysis shows that diverting NHS funds to pay higher drug prices could cause up to 229,000 excess deaths by 2036, rising to 291,000 when social care is included.
Andy Burnham has secured a decisive Makerfield by-election victory, prompting renewed talk of a leadership transition. Labour figures warn against a prolonged leadership contest, as Burnham appears set to assume power in July if no challenger surfaces.