Devolution & No 10 North: Andy Burnham has formally opened his Manchester base, promising “a different way of running Britain” and at least one day a week working there as he pushes power away from London. Cost of living politics: In the same early stretch, Burnham’s team is rolling out targeted measures for transport and hospitality, while critics question the price tag and whether it truly shifts power. Middle East tensions: Iran has condemned the UK’s decision to allow US use of British bases for operations against Iran, while the UK says its forces are ready and insists arrangements are defensive and aimed at avoiding wider conflict. Welsh planning row: The Welsh Government will decide on a controversial deep-space radar project in Pembrokeshire, overriding local planners just before a council debate. Immigration enforcement backlash: Lewisham Council has agreed a motion to review how it shares data and to refuse council resources for immigration raids after reports of intimidation at a nail salon. Northern Ireland security: Police in the Republic of Ireland have intercepted an “advanced” car bomb near the border, with arrests made and dissident groups condemned. Economy watch: A Reuters poll suggests the Bank of England is likely to hold rates steady despite inflation easing to 2.6% in June, with oil-price risks still looming.