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Who is Al Carns, the Aberdeen-born Labour MP who could challenge Andy Burnham?

With Andy Burnham on his way to a potential prime ministerial coronation, it appears that Al Carns may try to get in the way of his ambition.

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Starmer to publish disputed defence plan in coming weeks despite Burnham objections

The PM’s likely successor has not signed up to the Defence Investment Plan

The Independent UK

Labour MPs mull leadership challenge after Starmer resigns

Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting has ruled himself out of a leadership race after he announced his backing for Andy Burnham.

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Andy Burnham could still face challenge in race for No 10

Two names have emerged as potential candidates to challenge Mr Burnham for the leadership and avoid a coronation.

The Independent UK

Sir Keir Starmer quits as Labour leader – what happens next?

Andy Burnham could be in Downing Street within weeks after Sir Keir Starmer set out the timetable for his exit from No 10.

The Independent UK

Who will replace Keir Starmer? Top contenders in race to become UK PM

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, setting the stage for a leadership battle within the Labour Party and a contest to determine Britain's next prime minister.

The Times of India

What happens next if Sir Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister?

The rules for choosing a new Labour leader can be a complex process.

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Could Andy Burnham’s win mean Keir Starmer’s days in No 10 are numbered?

Sir Keir Starmer has made clear he intends to fight any challenge to his leadership.

Evening Standard

Five candidates who could challenge Starmer to be the next prime minister

Andy Burnham’s victory in the Makerfield by-election has paved the way for a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer

The Independent UK

Could Burnham’s win mean Starmer’s days in No 10 are numbered?

Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster could result in Sir Keir Starmer being forced out of Downing Street.

Evening Standard

Defence spending: how to keep Britain safe without wasting money

Letters: Readers respond to coverage of the row over the defence investment plan and resignations of John Healey and Al Carns

The Guardian - UK

Al Carns blasted for 'disgracefully smearing' Troubles victims with IRA comment

A FORMER advisor to Tony Blair has blasted a potential Labour leadership challenger for “disgracefully smearing” victims of the Troubles.

The National (Scotland)

Ed Miliband 'ghosting Keir Starmer's calls' after resignation fall out

THE Energy Secretary has been accused of "ghosting" the Prime Minister after their relationship soured in recent weeks ...

The National (Scotland)

Trio of senior defence figures accuse Starmer of underfunding military

PM hit by three-pronged attack from ex-defence secretary, former defence minister and chief of defence staff

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‘Unbelievable’ waste and inefficiency at MoD, says ex-defence minister Al Carns

Exclusive: Carns, who quit last week, says he was angered by unwillingness to confront sunk costs of legacy programmes

The Guardian - UK

The right wants money for defence. It should start with MoD wastefulness – or even the pensioner triple lock

There is nothing left to be squeezed from disabled people or families, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

Evening Standard

Streeting backs his Labour leadership rival Burnham at Makerfield by-election as 'race' starts to replace Starmer

Possible challengers to Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Prime Minister are already jockeying for position

The Independent UK

Starmer warns Burnham not to throw UK into ‘chaos’ by launching bid for prime minister

Mr Burnham hopes to win Thursday’s Makerfield by-election and could then launch a campaign to replace Sir Keir as prime minister and Labour leader

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Starmer warns Burnham against ‘chaos’ of a leadership challenge

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he understood voters’ frustrations with him but he would not walk away from No 10.

Evening Standard

Departments looking to cut budgets to fund defence, Lisa Nandy says

The Culture Secretary insisted ‘discussions are ongoing’ on finding more cash for the Defence Investment Plan over which two ministers quit.

The National (Scotland)

Al Carns claims welfare bill should be cut to fund increased defence spending

WELFARE spending could be cut to increase defence funding, it has been suggested after two senior Labour figures quit their roles in protest.

The Guardian - UK

Cabinet ministers asked to look for cuts to fund UK defence spending increase

Lisa Nandy says discussions are taking place about how to ‘keep this country safe’ after John Healey’s resignation

The National (Scotland)

Who is on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg today? Full list

AL Carns, the former armed forced minister who left his role in protest earlier this week will join Laura Kuenssberg on the BBC's flagship…

Evening Standard

Dan Jarvis: I have ‘big responsibility’ to get Armed Forces the funds they need

Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham has already said he would reduce the welfare bill to fund defence spending.

The Independent UK

New defence secretary Dan Jarvis ‘determined’ to get armed forces ‘precisely’ what they need

Minister says it is his job to ‘keep marching forward’ as he vows to deliver for the military

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