Politics · Lead story
Burnham puts “substantial change” before the Commons — now delivery begins
The prime minister says he has diagnosed what went wrong. Clear tests could turn a change of tone into public progress.
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Popular cultureHow an imperfect TV marriage made queer family life feel ordinary
MusicYoung musicians rebuild a human scene from alt-country’s simple ingredients
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Education
A high court ruling gives schools a clearer test before excluding a child
The judgment says permanent exclusion must be a last resort and decisions must account for unmet special needs.
Young people
The friendship crisis has practical answers in the places young people have lost
Youth clubs, affordable activities and routes into adult life could rebuild the real-world connections screens cannot replace.
Energy
Rooftop solar can cut bills even under Britain’s cloudiest skies
Savings of more than £400 a year make the case stronger, but upfront cost still excludes many households.