Darren Jones, former Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister, criticized new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's plan to cut VAT on electricity bills, highlighting the unfunded DigitalID program and questioning how new policies will be paid for, just hours after Burnham took office.
Loyalist cabinet ministers are urging against a leadership contest, backing Andy Burnham to succeed Keir Starmer. While some MPs are pushing Darren Jones to run to avoid a "coronation" and scrutinize Burnham's economic policies, many believe Jones lacks sufficient support. Concerns exist over Ed Miliband potentially becoming chancellor.
MPs are urging Darren Jones to run against Andy Burnham for the Labour leadership to avoid a "coronation." Jones is reportedly reluctant but will consider Burnham's economic plans, including public control of utilities. Concerns exist about Ed Miliband potentially becoming chancellor under Burnham, which could trigger a negative market reaction.
Keir Starmer announced his resignation as UK Prime Minister, citing pressure and the need for new leadership ahead of the next general election. Andy Burnham is the likely successor, expected to take office without a contest within weeks.
Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as British Prime Minister, citing pressure from within the Labour party. Andy Burnham is now the likely successor, expected to take office without a contest. Burnham's policy agenda, including potential economic shifts and cabinet appointments, is beginning to take shape.
Undisclosed messages from Darren Jones to Peter Mandelson show Jones seeking advice on a reshuffle, criticizing colleagues, and expressing career ambitions. Mandelson, sacked as US ambassador due to Epstein links, refused to disclose his messages, leading to parliamentary demands for transparency.
A UK security vetting case is raising questions as key documents, including a vetting summary, a security chief's note, and a declaration of interest form, are missing from a released tranche. Concerns involve links to foreign officials and oligarchs, a large loan, and potential naivety.
Adolescente estuprada no Reino Unido expressa dor e raiva após juiz poupar agressores da prisão. A vítima e sua família buscam revisão das sentenças, enquanto autoridades prometem análise urgente.
UK senior civil servants will receive performance bonuses for the first time under a new pay system. Most civil servants get a 3.5% rise, while senior staff receive 2.5% base increase plus 1% for bonuses. The move aims to reward high performers and improve civil service delivery.
Ministers are accused of a cover-up after admitting to withholding information on Peter Mandelson's appointment as Washington ambassador from a parliamentary committee. MPs criticize the delay in publishing documents, fearing it's to avoid pre-election scrutiny.
A number of Streeting’s allies resigned from their ministerial posts on Tuesday and called for Keir Starmer to quitStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
A number of Streeting’s allies resigned from their ministerial posts on Tuesday and called for Keir Starmer to quitStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
A number of Streeting’s allies resigned from their ministerial posts on Tuesday and called for Keir Starmer to quitStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Zubir Ahmed becomes the fourth minister to quit the government today in protest of Starmer’s leadership after the PM said he would not step down on TuesdayStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Zubir Ahmed becomes the fourth ministers quit to the government today in protest of Starmer’s leadership after the PM said he would not step down on TuesdayStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Three ministers quit the government today in protest of Starmer’s leadership after the PM said he would not step down on TuesdayStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Alex Davies-Jones becomes third minister to step down, after Miatta Fahnbulleh and Jess Phillips earlierStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Alex Davies-Jones resigns after shortly after Jess Phillips and Miatta Fahnbulleh, becoming third minister to step downStarmer tells cabinet he will not quit without leadership challengeHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Keir Starmer's leadership is under threat as Labour MPs call for his resignation, with some citing his statement to cabinet as a sign of his determination to stay on
Prime minister tells crunch cabinet meeting a leadership challenge has not been triggered and he wants to ‘get on with governing’Minister resigns from Starmer government with call for PM to quitLabour MP in seat eyed by Burnham allies says she will not stand asideHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Prime minister tells cabinet ‘the country expects us to get on with governing. That is what I am doing’Minister resigns from Starmer government with call for PM to quitHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Miatta Fahnbulleh – minister for devolution, faith and communities – has become the first minister to goStarmer on the brink as cabinet ministers urge him to quitHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Starmer has decided how to respond to the pressure on him to resign. Jones is avoiding the question, as he did on Sky News earlier. (See 7.43am.) Continue reading...
Chief secretary, Darren Jones, says PM is ‘listening to colleagues’ but will make own decisions on way forwardUK politics live – latest updatesOne of Keir Starmer’s closest aides has declined to say whether he would lead his party into the next election amid mounting calls for him to resign.The prime minister is “listening to colleagues” who are asking him to set out a timetable for departure but would make his own decisions about the way forward, the prime minister’s chief secretary has said. Continue reading...
Darren Jones says the prime minister is ‘listening to colleagues’, and does not rule out PM announcing resignation timetableStarmer on the brink as cabinet ministers urge him to quitThere will be huge interest in what happens to UK government borrowing costs today. Graeme Wearden is covering this on his business live blog.Yesterday gilt yields (the cost of borrowing for the Treasury) edged up, in a move attributed to the political uncertainty at Westminster. Continue reading...
