Keir Starmer is reportedly preparing to announce his resignation as Prime Minister on Monday, following significant pressure from Labour MPs to make way for Andy Burnham. Burnham's recent byelection victory has bolstered support for his leadership bid, with many MPs believing he could become leader without a contest.
Andy Burnham's allies are increasingly confident of a leadership "coronation" after his by-election win, with numbers backing his bid surging past 300 MPs. This surge could complicate a challenge from Wes Streeting, though some MPs want Burnham to face a full contest to scrutinize his ideas. The Labour party rules require 81 MPs for a contest, and Starmer has stated he will fight any challenge.
UK PM Keir Starmer faces internal pressure to set a departure timetable after Andy Burnham's landslide by-election victory. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander and others have advised Starmer to step down, with some believing his exit is inevitable. Starmer stated he would run in a contest, warning of chaos, but allies privately concede his premiership may be over.
Labour cabinet ministers and grandees are reportedly urging Keir Starmer not to fight a leadership challenge and to prepare for an 'orderly exit.' Andy Burnham, following a significant byelection victory, is seen as a potential successor, with sources suggesting around 200 MPs could back his nomination. Starmer, however, insists he will fight any contest.
Labour MPs are reportedly unified in believing Andy Burnham is destined for Downing Street, with many viewing an inevitable leadership contest as a "coronation." While Keir Starmer insists he will run, his position as Prime Minister hinges on commanding the confidence of MPs, a situation that led to Boris Johnson's downfall.
British elections feature a tradition of joke candidates, like Count Binface and a fox mascot, who stand in elections to protest or make political points. These candidates, often seen at televised results, highlight the manual counting process and the unique British electoral culture.
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.
Labour MP Lauren Edwards is reintroducing the assisted dying bill to the Commons, aiming to bypass potential obstruction in the House of Lords. Disability rights campaigner Marie Tidball and former minister Alex Davies-Jones will co-sponsor the bill, which previously ran out of time in the Lords.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears "kinder, gentler politics" has failed, with intolerance and division worsening. Experts cite identity politics, social media, and scapegoating as key drivers. Politicians face increased threats, impacting recruitment and safety.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears political discourse has worsened, marked by increased intolerance, far-right unrest, and online abuse. Experts and MPs discuss the shift from economic to identity politics, amplified by social media, and the challenges of fostering constructive dialogue.
Kim Leadbeater, sister of murdered MP Jo Cox, believes political division in the UK is now worse than during the Brexit referendum. Speaking on the 10th anniversary of Cox's murder, she urged public figures to counter divisive voices and promote positive stories about the country.
Kim Leadbeater, sister of murdered MP Jo Cox, believes political division in the UK is worse than during the Brexit referendum. Speaking on the 10th anniversary of Cox's murder, she urged politicians and public figures to counter divisive voices and promote positive stories.
Labour MPs express doubts about the practical application of new guidance on the Equality Act following a Supreme Court ruling on sex. Concerns are mounting over potential legal challenges and the impact on transgender individuals, with some MPs calling for new legislation.
Jo Cox, Labour MP for Batley and Spen, was murdered by a far-right extremist on June 16, 2016, during the Brexit campaign. Her sister, Kim Leadbeater, now represents her constituency and discusses the lessons learned from the tragedy as far-right extremism becomes more mainstream.
Labour MP Lauren Edwards will use her private member's bill to reintroduce the assisted dying legislation to the Commons after it was blocked by the House of Lords. The move aims to give supporters a chance to use the Parliament Act to bypass the Lords if it is blocked again, ensuring a final decision on end-of-life choice.
Labour MP Lauren Edwards will use her private member's bill to bring the assisted dying bill back to the Commons after it was blocked by the House of Lords. The move aims to give Parliament another chance to decide on the issue, potentially using the Parliament Acts to bypass the Lords if necessary.
Bassetlaw MP Jo White shared her 30-year struggle with endometriosis, urging the NHS to prioritize diagnosis and treatment for the condition affecting 1 in 10 UK women. She welcomed revised NICE guidelines for quicker referrals and scanning.
Labour MP John Healey resigned, citing the PM's "inability" and Chancellor's "unwillingness" to make the country safer. The defence spending row highlights government dysfunction amid global threats and internal party divisions.
Nearly 2,000 people, including Westminster journalists and public affairs professionals, were targeted by a phishing email after a suspected hack of a staffer of senior Labour MP Florence Eshalomi, chair of the House of Commons housing committee. The email, identified as a phishing attack by the Parliamentary Digital Service, attempted to secure account credentials. Eshalomi believes a senior staff member’s account was compromised after opening a malicious file from an external breached organization. The attack's sophistication and potential links to her role in reviewing U.K. election rule proposals are under scrutiny, though no direct link is currently evident.
Labour MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI over AI-generated, non-consensual sexualized content, including images and a video, arguing the company violated data protection law and private information rights.
Labour MPs are alarmed by significant donations to Reform UK from cryptocurrency billionaires Christopher Harborne and Ben Delo, totaling £7m. Concerns are raised about transparency and the potential for wealthy overseas donors to influence politics, despite new electoral finance regulations.
British MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI in the UK High Court, alleging its Grok chatbot generated fake sexualised images of her. The case tests AI company accountability for system design, not just user actions, amid global deepfake concerns.
UK Labour MP Jess Asato is suing xAI over sexually explicit AI-generated images created by its Grok chatbot. The lawsuit is a key test case for AI company liability in the UK.
Labour MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI company in London, alleging its Grok AI tool created fake sexualised images of her without consent. The case, which follows a similar lawsuit in New York, could set a precedent for AI tool accountability.
