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Storm Austen continues to batter Britain, bringing 84mph winds and leaving thousands of homes without electricity. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has issued a warning about the potential for further storms.

In political news, Chancellor John Healey is reportedly considering surprise measures for the upcoming budget, including the possible shelving of a planned minimum wage increase for 18- to 20-year-olds. Divisions have also emerged within the UK Cabinet regarding the prospect of rejoining the European Union and holding a new referendum. Prime Minister Andy Burnham's first 100 days in office have been assessed, while he also made a notable appearance on the television show Gogglebox, experiencing emotional moments related to budget discussions and "Strictly Come Dancing" anxiety.

Elsewhere, David Kogan, the chair of English football's independent regulator, has asserted his independence from political influence. Police have highlighted online misogyny as a major factor in a rise in child-on-child abuse, particularly image-based abuse. Concerns are also being raised about the potential closure of Jodrell Bank Observatory, a site of significant scientific and historical importance.

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Storm Austen Causes Power Outages and PM Warning

Storm Austen has hit the UK with 84mph winds, resulting in thousands of homes losing power. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has issued a warning about the possibility of further storms.

The i Paper Storm Austen winds hit 84mph as thousands of UK homes without power ↗

Budget Surprises and Minimum Wage Uncertainty

Chancellor John Healey is reportedly preparing unexpected announcements for the upcoming budget, which may include the cancellation of a planned minimum wage increase for 18- to 20-year-olds to £12.71.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham's Public Appearances and Performance Review

An analysis of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's first 100 days in office suggests that positive sentiment alone is not enough for success. He also made a unique appearance on the TV show Gogglebox, where he was seen reacting emotionally to budget discussions and expressing anxiety about 'Strictly Come Dancing'.

The Independent Voters' verdict on Andy Burnham's first 100 days show that good vibes are not… ↗
The Independent Tears, Budget, and Strictly anxiety: Burnham makes Gogglebox history ↗

Cabinet Divided Over EU Re-entry

A split has emerged within the UK Cabinet regarding the potential for the United Kingdom to rejoin the European Union and hold a new referendum on the matter.

The i Paper UK Cabinet split over rejoining EU and new referendum ↗

Football Regulator Chair Asserts Independence

David Kogan, the current chair of English football's independent regulator, has publicly stated his strong stance on autonomy, indicating that the body does not take orders from politicians.

The Observer Football Regulator Chair's Stance on Politicians ↗

Online Misogyny Linked to Child Abuse Rise

Police have identified online misogyny as a significant factor driving a critical increase in child-on-child abuse, with image-based abuse being a particular concern.

The Observer Online Misogyny Fuels Critical Levels of Child-on-Child Abuse ↗

Jodrell Bank Observatory Closure Threat

Concerns are being raised about the potential closure of Jodrell Bank Observatory, a UNESCO site with historical and scientific significance, including its role in tracking Sputnik.