Wes Streeting is preparing a Labour leadership bid focused on attracting global talent through a "global talent programme" and using North Sea oil and gas tax revenues to cut energy bills. He criticizes the US for deterring scientists and AI experts, vowing to welcome them to Britain.
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.
Andy Burnham stated he would enter a Labour leadership contest if he wins the Makerfield by-election on June 18. He aims to "change politics" and "change this county". Reform UK's Robert Kenyon criticized the move as using Makerfield as a "stepping stone".
James Sherwin-Smith, a Nationwide customer, is seeking a boardroom seat, reviving debates on corporate democracy. This follows Theresa May's 2016 pledge for worker/consumer representation on company boards, which saw limited success.
Wes Streeting launched a strong attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, citing a "heavy-handed" culture that stifled policy debate. He called for a "battle of ideas" in a potential leadership contest, advocating for closer ties with Europe and greater accountability for tech companies.
Labour Party factions outline distinct economic policy approaches ahead of a potential leadership challenge, emphasizing AI opportunities, EU trade, public borrowing, and wealth redistribution.
Keir Starmer will not block Andy Burnham from standing as MP for Makerfield, as Labour faces internal strife following local election losses, with multiple resignations and calls for Starmer's resignation.
Keir Starmer will not block Andy Burnham from standing as MP in Makerfield, Greater Manchester, as Labour faces internal turmoil and calls for leadership change following local election losses.
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.
Wes Streeting's potential Labour leadership bid is met with approval from his Ilford North constituents, who praise his local presence and personability, despite national polls ranking him third among contenders.
A Labour NEC member opposes changing party rules to let Andy Burnham run for leadership without being an MP, warning it could lead to a lengthy contest and undesired leftward shift.
UK bond markets face uncertainty as Labour Party leadership challenges to PM Keir Starmer emerge, with potential left-leaning successors worrying investors about increased borrowing and spending.
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.
Findings of inquiry into stamp duty paid on Hove flat crucial to any leadership bidUK politics live – latest updatesAngela Rayner has been cleared by HMRC of deliberate wrongdoing or carelessness over her tax affairs, the Guardian reported, paving the way for a potential leadership bid as Keir Starmer’s grip on power unravels. Continue reading...
Angela Rayner cleared by HMRC of tax wrongdoing, settling £40,000 in unpaid stamp duty without penalty, potentially clearing path for Labour leadership bid as Keir Starmer's grip falters.
UK PM Keir Starmer faces an imminent leadership challenge from Health Secretary Wes Streeting, while Angela Rayner clears a tax probe hurdle, amid Labour's dire election results and growing MP dissent.
UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigns from Keir Starmer's government, citing disagreements and calling for a 'battle of ideas' for Labour's future, hinting at a potential leadership bid without immediate challenge.
Angela Rayner cleared of tax wrongdoing by HMRC, potentially paving her path for a Labour leadership bid as Keir Starmer's grip weakens amid party turmoil post-election losses.
Wes Streeting, UK Labour's Health Secretary, is poised to resign and trigger a leadership election, challenging Keir Starmer, despite initial doubts and strategic briefings against him. The move follows Starmer's clinging to power after a lackluster 'reset' speech and perceived humiliation of Streeting by Downing Street.
Keir Starmer faces leadership challenges as allies of Health Secretary Wes Streeting indicate he may resign and potentially challenge for the leadership. Starmer has announced key reforms in education, health, and the courts in the King's Speech, aiming to prove his ability to enact change.
Downing Street confirms Wes Streeting remains Health Secretary amid potential leadership challenge rumors. The King's Speech debate begins with jibes from Labour's Naz Shah. A European partnership bill aims to align UK regulations with the EU, potentially adding £5.1bn annually to the economy. Nigel Farage faces a parliamentary inquiry over an undeclared £5m donation.
Wes Streeting is planning to resign as health secretary and may launch a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer as early as Thursday, amid deep frustration with Starmer's leadership.
Downing Street insiders suggest health secretary does not yet have the support for a leadership pushUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer was increasingly confident that he had seen off the immediate threat to his job on Tuesday after a challenge from Wes Streeting failed to materialise despite several of the prime minister’s allies quitting the government.Downing Street insiders suggested that the health secretary did not yet have the required support from the 81 MPs he needed to formally launch a leadership bid after Starmer issued a ‘put up or shut up’ ultimatum to his cabinet. Continue reading...
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsStarmer faces fight to survive as Streeting and Rayner eye leadership bidsGovernment bond yields are rising across the board this morning, although UK debt is leading the losses.US and eurozone borrowing costs have also pushed higher, on concerns that the lack of progress towards ending the Iran war will lead to higher oil prices, more inflation, and higher interest rates.Inflationary headwinds as a consequence of the conflict in the Middle East are weighing on a number of UK businesses. We have already heard from companies like Next, Asos, Sainsbury’s and WH Smith which have warned of higher costs. Now shares in Victrex have shed almost 6% today on the back of a profit warning. It anticipates weaker annual profit before tax of between £42m and £44m for fiscal 2026, falling short of estimates for £46.6m. First half underlying pre-tax also profit dropped by 18% to £19m.The UK mid-cap polymer maker says the Iran war will push up energy and raw material inflation. The company is responding by reducing headcount by 10% to cut costs elsewhere. Continue reading...
