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Keir Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party on July 7 after losing the party's confidence, clearing the path for Andy Burnham to run for prime minister. In a speech outside 10 Downing Street, he listed his government's achievements but acknowledged the party's question about his suitability to lead into the next election. Starmer will remain as prime minister until a new leader is elected.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election in a landslide, setting the stage for a potential leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The victory gives Burnham a Commons seat and bolsters his standing as the public’s preferred prime ministerial candidate. Starmer faces growing internal and external pressure, with 20 ministers having resigned from his government in under two years.
Amid growing pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has revealed plans to win a parliamentary seat, positioning himself as a potential Labour leader. Known as the 'King of the North,' Burnham is seen as a centre-left outsider appealing to voters disillusioned with the London elite. However, challenges remain, including a surging Reform Party and an uncertain by-election date.
Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced a bid for the Labour Party leadership to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The move comes amid internal divisions over policy and future direction. Streeting, 42, is calling for a 'new wind' and renewal within the party.
Former UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting, who resigned this week, announced on Saturday he will run to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour Party leader. The move comes as Sir Keir faces growing calls to resign after Labour's heavy defeat in local elections, with over 80 MPs urging him to step down and four junior ministers quitting. Mr. Streeting has endorsed Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham as a leading contender.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure after Labour's disastrous local election results, losing over 1,460 seats. Despite vowing to continue, he must contend with potential challengers including Angela Rayner, Wes Streeting, Catherine West, and Andy Burnham.
