Labour MPs and cabinet ministers are urging Keir Starmer to consider an "orderly exit" amid growing support for Andy Burnham to become leader and potentially prime minister. Burnham's significant byelection victory has fueled speculation about a leadership challenge, with some MPs prepared to back him. Starmer, however, insists he will fight any contest.
Le Premier ministre britannique Keir Starmer fait face à une contestation croissante au sein du parti travailliste, notamment après la victoire d'Andy Burnham à une législative partielle. Miné par l'impopularité et des défaites électorales, Starmer refuse de démissionner, mais son autorité est affaiblie.
Andy Burnham's allies are discussing a potential 10-year plan for public ownership of utilities, starting with Thames Water. Other proposals include cost of living support, greater devolution of power to regional leaders, reforms to MP 'whipping' systems, and potential electoral reform.
Andy Burnham's allies are discussing a potential 10-year plan for public ownership of utilities, starting with Thames Water. Other proposals include cost of living support, greater devolution of power to regional leaders, and reforms to the parliamentary "whipping" system and voting.
Andy Burnham har vunnit en absolut majoritet i Makerfield och återvänder till parlamentet. Han ses som en potentiell utmanare till Labourledaren Keir Starmer, med ambitionen att leda partiet och Storbritannien.
Der Bürgermeister von Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, hat mit einem überzeugenden Sieg im Wahlkreis Makerfield ein Unterhausmandat errungen. Dies stärkt seine Position, Keir Starmer als Labour-Chef herauszufordern, obwohl er sein Amt als Bürgermeister aufgeben muss.
Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield byelection has intensified speculation about a leadership challenge to Keir Starmer. Allies hope Burnham can be installed as PM within days, citing his emphatic win as proof of his ability to unite the party and challenge Reform UK.
Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, positioning himself to challenge Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Allies are plotting a No. 10 campaign, while rivals like Wes Streeting also eye the top job amidst internal party strife.
Andy Burnham, maire de Manchester, est décrit comme étant en "mode Macbeth" et prêt à détrôner Keir Starmer pour devenir Premier ministre. Fort de sa popularité auprès des militants travaillistes, il prépare une nouvelle offensive politique.
Polls close in Makerfield by-election, a key contest for Andy Burnham's political future. The Labour candidate faces Reform's Robert Kenyon in a seat traditionally safe for Labour but recently leaning towards Reform.
Une élection législative partielle cruciale se tient à Makerfield, Royaume-Uni, le 18 juin. Le résultat pourrait déterminer l'avenir du Premier ministre travailliste Keir Starmer, avec le maire Andy Burnham comme principal challenger potentiel.
The UK government will issue a full state apology to those affected by historical forced adoptions in England. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson confirmed the apology, calling it a "shameful period" in UK history, with the Prime Minister expected to make further statements.
Speculation surrounds potential cabinet appointments if Keir Starmer were replaced by Andy Burnham as Labour leader. Key figures like Ed Miliband, Shabana Mahmood, and Louise Haigh are discussed for roles such as Chancellor and Home Secretary, with policy advisors also highlighted.
This article speculates on potential appointments to Keir Starmer's shadow cabinet, focusing on key roles like Chancellor and Foreign Secretary. It highlights potential allies and rivals, discussing their policy stances and past relationships. Key figures mentioned include Ed Miliband, Shabana Mahmood, Wes Streeting, Rachel Reeves, Louise Haigh, Anneliese Midgley, Miatta Fahnbulleh, Josh Simons, Kevin Lee, Lisa Nandy, Dan Jarvis, Nick Thomas-Symonds, Heidi Alexander, and Bridget Phillipson.
Britain's military may have to scale back operations and exercises in the coming years if the Ministry of Defence doesn't receive additional funding. Chief of Defence Staff, Rich Knighton, expressed concern over day-to-day budgets, noting a shift from capital to resource spending over two decades.
Birleşik Krallık Başbakanı Keir Starmer, 16 yaş altı çocukların sosyal medya platformlarına erişimini yasaklayacaklarını duyurdu. Hükümet, düzenlemenin çocukları çevrimiçi zararlı içeriklerden koruyacağını ve ruh sağlığı üzerindeki olumsuz etkileri azaltacağını belirtti.
UK and Japan have agreed a multi-billion pound investment deal, with Japanese firms pledging over £9bn for UK infrastructure and financial services, and up to £9bn for offshore wind projects, creating tens of thousands of jobs. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hailed it as a "new era of co-operation".
Andy Burnham, the popular Mayor of Greater Manchester, is positioning himself as Labour's potential savior and a future Prime Minister. His strategy of championing the North and challenging Westminster elites, honed through experiences like the Hillsborough disaster and the COVID-19 pandemic, resonates with voters and contrasts with the current unpopular Labour leadership.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer faces deep unpopularity and a revolt from his MPs, with nearly 100 calling for his resignation. His defense secretary also resigned. Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham could challenge Starmer if he wins the Makerfield by-election on June 18.
Wes Streeting urges Keir Starmer to take swift action against X and other platforms for inciting violence during riots. He suggests platforms should fund rebuilding costs and face criminal charges for promoting dangerous content, contrasting this with a slower response to AI-generated harmful content.
The UK and Japan are set to sign over 10 commercial and government agreements worth £18bn, including a £9bn offshore wind deal and collaboration on next-generation technologies. Prime Minister Keir Starmer will host Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi ahead of the G7 summit, aiming to create tens of thousands of jobs and boost economic growth.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigned over military spending disagreements, accusing PM Keir Starmer of risking national security. Starmer admits he must "turn things around" after poor election results, while the US expresses concern over UK defence contributions.
Canada is in negotiations with the U.K. to join its NATO-linked Defense, Security, and Resilience Bank (DSRB) and a global fighter jet program (GCAP). Canadian High Commissioner to the U.K. Bill Blair confirmed ongoing discussions, expressing optimism about the DSRB. Gordon Brown is leading the U.K.'s engagement on the DSRB, aiming to boost defense spending.
John Healey resigned as Labour's defence secretary, citing Keir Starmer's failure to increase defence spending. Healey, a long-serving MP, advocated for higher spending targets and previously led efforts on forces housing and personnel protections.
