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.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned Monday, triggering a Labour Party leadership contest. Potential successors include Andy Burnham, Wes Streeting, Angela Rayner, and Shabana Mahmood, as the party faces internal divisions and declining support.
Keir Starmer announced he will run in a Labour leadership contest if one occurs, following Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield byelection. Burnham's win, with 55% of the vote, was hailed as a potential turning point for change and devolution.
New research indicates Brexit has reduced UK exports to the EU by 12%, with services exports down 7% and goods exports down 16%. Leaving the single market accounts for most of this decline, with regulatory costs having a greater impact than customs barriers. Rejoining the customs union would offer only a minor benefit.
Wes Streeting stated he is prepared to challenge Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership as early as next week if "uncertainty and paralysis" persist. Andy Burnham also aims for leadership, potentially using a byelection win as a springboard. Streeting claims support from 81 MPs.
Wes Streeting stated he is prepared to trigger a Labour leadership contest to replace Sir Keir Starmer as leader as early as next week if necessary. He indicated this would be a last resort if "uncertainty and paralysis" persist, especially if Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election. Streeting also outlined his economic vision, emphasizing fiscal responsibility.
Wes Streeting stated he's prepared to trigger a Labour leadership contest to replace Sir Keir Starmer as early as next week if the party faces "uncertainty and paralysis." Both Streeting and Andy Burnham have indicated they would stand in a contest, with Burnham potentially initiating one if he wins the Makerfield by-election.
Wes Streeting has stated that a Labour leadership contest should not be about who can make the most expensive pledges. He aims to present himself as a fiscally responsible candidate, contrasting with potential rival Andy Burnham.
Labour MP Wes Streeting stated he has secured the necessary 80 MP backers for a leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer, aiming for a "genuine contest" rather than an unopposed coronation for Andy Burnham. Streeting hopes Starmer will set a timetable for his exit post-by-election.
UK manufacturers face a "heavy drag" on competitiveness due to the highest electricity prices in the G7. Make UK and TUC call for expanded government relief, costing £3bn, to cover all manufacturers, as current schemes are too narrow.
The UK's relationship with the EU is emerging as a major issue in Labour politics, with Wes Streeting advocating for closer ties and potential rejoining, while Andy Burnham navigates the topic ahead of a by-election. The issue highlights divisions within the party and with voters.
Wes Streeting has confirmed he will run in a potential Labour leadership contest, days after resigning as health secretary. Mayor Andy Burnham is seeking to stand in the Makerfield by-election to "save" the party and potentially challenge Sir Keir Starmer.
Labour's leadership is in turmoil as Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham position themselves to replace Sir Keir Starmer. A contest is likely over the summer, with a new leader by September, amidst pressing domestic and international issues.
Wes Streeting resigns as health secretary, fueling Labour leadership speculation, while Andy Burnham considers returning to parliament, potentially challenging Keir Starmer.
Labour health minister Wes Streeting resigned on Thursday, calling for a leadership contest to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer following the party's disastrous local election results. Streeting, the first senior cabinet minister to openly challenge Starmer's position, stated it is now clear Starmer will not lead Labour into the next general election.
Wes Streeting resigns as Labour's Health Secretary, calling for a leadership contest with the 'best possible field of candidates', implying support for Andy Burnham. Streeting criticizes Keir Starmer's leadership, citing a lack of vision and direction, and expresses concern over Labour's unprecedented election losses and the rise of Reform UK.
The Labour leadership contest faces increased uncertainty as Angela Rayner's cleared tax affairs pave her path to potentially enter, while Andy Burnham explores entry strategies, amidst anticipated resignation of Wes Streeting.
Angela Rayner claims exoneration from tax avoidance allegations as Labour leadership speculation intensifies, with potential challenges from Wes Streeting and warnings of chaos from Keir Starmer.
Wes Streeting may announce his Labour leadership bid, while Angela Rayner, cleared of tax wrongdoing, hints at seeking change but won't challenge Keir Starmer directly, leaving her own candidacy or support for Andy Burnham uncertain.
Angela Rayner claims exoneration from tax avoidance allegations as Labour leadership speculation intensifies, with potential challenges from Wes Streeting and implications for Keir Starmer's leadership.
The UK bond market sees sharp sell-off as Keir Starmer's leadership is challenged, fearing political instability and higher borrowing, reminiscent of Liz Truss's tenure.
UK Labour Party faces potential leadership contest as dozens of MPs call for Keir Starmer's resignation following poor election results, with a contest requiring 20% of Labour MPs (81 signatures) to trigger, and the winner chosen through a ranked voting system by party members and affiliates.
Prime minister will try to convince Labour MPs to back him after suffering major election losses last week Good morning. The news this morning is full of speculation about whether or not there will be a Labour leadership contest. A better way of explaining the situation might be to say that a leadership contest is already under way; Angela Rayner issued what was in effect her manifesto late yesterday afternoon (although she also hinted she would be happy for it to be delivered by Andy Burnham as leader), and Keir Starmer delivers what you could see as a hustings speech this morning.Leaders can survive challenges. In 1995 John Major was widely seen as doomed, but Michael Portillo postponed a decision to stand against him, Major easily saw off a challenge from John Redwood (the Catherine West of his day, in some respects), and Major survived another two years. In 2016 the vast majority of Labour MPs voted no confidence in Jeremy Corbyn, but he survived (because he was adored by Labour members, a benefit that Starmer does not enjoy). In 2006 Tony Blair accepted he would have to go. But he was allowed to work his notice for a year; Gordon Brown and his allies were powerful enough to force him out, but not to force him out quickly.To meet the challenges that our country faces, incremental change won’t cut it.On growth, defence, Europe, energy – we need a bigger response than we anticipated in 2024 because these are not ordinary times. Continue reading...
MP says that unless a cabinet minister comes forward to challenge the PM by tomorrow that she willGood morning. There were many predictions for Labour’s future ahead of the English, Scottish and Welsh elections, which have been terrible for the party, but there is one outcome foreseen by no one: a leadership challenge by Catherine West.West, MP for Hornsey and Friern Barnet and a junior Foreign Office minister until she was sacked in the reshuffle last year, announced yesterday afternoon that, unless a cabinet minister comes forward to challenge Starmer for the Labour leadership by tomorrow morning, she will do it herself. She would need the support of 81 Labour MPs to trigger a contest; there is no evidence that she has those numbers and (for reasons that are probably a mystery to anyone under the age of 50 – more on that later) she is being described as a stalking horse.I’m not going to walk away from the job I was elected to do in July 2024. I’m not going to plunge the country into chaos. Continue reading...
