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Two welfare reviews due next week will bring long-delayed benefits reforms to a head. For the Mayor of Greater Manchester, the timing is inconvenient; for his political allies, it appears to be the signal for a first significant rebellion against the proposed benefits reforms. The administration is also weighing changes to rape trial laws following public reaction to the Russell Brand case. While Andy Burnham considers new legislation, legal experts are more concerned with the immediate present, suggesting that the conduct of the defence in that trial could undermine future prosecutions. Prince Harry has launched an appeal after losing a High Court battle with the publisher of the Daily Mail, ensuring the Duke’s legal schedule remains full. In Manchester, a stadium expansion will earn the local football club £11m a year; the city council is projected to receive £33,000.

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The government, led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, is facing a potential major rebellion over anticipated welfare reforms. Two reviews on benefits are expected next week, bringing long-awaited plans to a head and possibly causing significant internal opposition.

The i Paper: Benefits timebomb threatens Burnham's first major rebellion

Two welfare reviews expected next week will bring to a head long-awaited plans for benefits reform, potentially causing a significant rebellion.

Following public outcry related to the Russell Brand case, Prime Minister Andy Burnham is reportedly considering changes to rape trial laws. Legal experts also suggest that the actions of Brand's lawyer could undermine future rape cases. Investigations into Brand's former entourage are also underway.

The Independent: Burnham considers rape trial law change after Russell Brand backlash

The mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, is considering changes to rape trial laws following public outcry related to Russell Brand.

The i Paper: How Russell Brand's lawyer could undermine future rape cases

Experts suggest that the actions of Russell Brand's lawyer could potentially undermine future rape cases.

The i Paper: Russell Brand had a loyal UK entourage. Where are they now?

The comedian's former crew, who were with him during his peak fame, did not testify in his defence during his rape trial; this article investigates who they were.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is appealing a High Court decision after his legal challenge against the publisher of the Daily Mail was unsuccessful.

The Independent: Prince Harry launches appeal after losing High Court battle with Daily Mail…

Prince Harry is pursuing an appeal after his legal challenge against the publisher of the Daily Mail was unsuccessful in the High Court.

Manchester City is expected to generate £11 million annually from its stadium expansion, with the local council set to receive only an additional £33,000 from the deal.

The i Paper: Man City to make £11m yearly from stadium expansion; council gets little

Manchester City is projected to earn £11 million annually from its stadium expansion, while the local council will receive only an additional £33,000.

An account details a night spent on the streets of Newcastle, focusing on efforts to ensure the safety of women amidst a described chaotic environment.

The i Paper: I spent a night keeping women safe on Newcastle's streets

An account of spending a night ensuring the safety of women on the streets of Newcastle, describing the chaotic situation.

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