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Labour deny involvement after 5 arrests made as part of local English election probe

LABOUR have denied involvement with alleged offences committed in the lead up to the local elections in England after five people were arrested.

The National (Scotland)

Who is Lee Andrews? The ‘missing’ husband of Katie Price with a strange past

Katie Price last heard from her Dubai-based husband over a week ago

The Independent UK

New Zealand's government plans to cut 14% of public sector jobs to slash spending

New Zealand's government plans to lay off nearly 9,000 workers, cutting 14% of public sector jobs by 2029

The Independent UK

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The serious problems Labour’s would-be leaders will need to address

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: These are the real issues the pretenders to 10 Downing Street ought to be talking about

The Independent UK

More than just a critical blow to Keir Starmer and Labour, local votes signal a dis-United Kingdom

Local elections in Britain on May 7, 2026 – in which the ruling Labour Party suffered deep losses – revealed tectonic shifts.

The Conversation

Labour leadership race: Key moments in the challenge to take on Keir Starmer

The Labour Party now looks likely to face an intense leadership battle

The Independent UK

UK Health Minister resigns, calls for a leadership contest to oust PM Starmer

Wes Streeting has resigned as health minister. He is calling for a leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer. This follows disastrous local election results for the Labour Party. Streeting stated Starmer will not lead the party into the next general election. Other senior ministers remain in their positions for now.

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What to know about contenders who could replace Keir Starmer as Britain's Labour leader

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership is in jeopardy after his Labour Party suffered heavy defeats in local elections last week

The Independent UK

The Latest: Prime Minister Keir Starmer's future remains uncertain

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's future is uncertain as key Labour Party members prepare to challenge his leadership

The Independent UK

The Latest: UK's Starmer meets prospective leadership rival ahead of King's Speech

King Charles III will present the U.K. government’s legislative program to Parliament on Wednesday as uncertainty clouds the future of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership

The Independent UK

Starmer latest: PM will not block Burnham from by-election despite paving way for Labour leadership challenge

Greater Manchester mayor to stand for Parliament again after ex-health secretary Wes Streeting quits to potentially trigger leadership race

The Independent UK

10 Drowning Street? UK PM Keir Starmer labours on amid strong current

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls to resign following a significant election defeat, stating he will continue to govern despite internal party pressure. While acknowledging responsibility, Starmer emphasized that no formal leadership challenge has been initiated, with loyal ministers expressing their support. The situation leaves Starmer and party rebels…

The Economic Times

How would Andy Burnham become prime minister?

He is currently the Mayor of Manchester, and does not have a seat in Parliament, therefore the route to the top could be tricky.

Evening Standard

How quickly could Andy Burnham become prime minister – and what stands in his way?

Former Manchester mayor had made it clear he would challenge Sir Keir Starmer if he won the Makerfield by-election

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Will Keir Starmer Resign Today? Prime Minister Battles to Save Premiership Amid Escalating Labour Party Rebellion

Keir Starmer's leadership is under intense scrutiny as Labour figures question his future. With mounting pressure from MPs and unions, the possibility of his resignation looms large.

The Independent UK

Could Andy Burnham become prime minister? Five steps to replace Starmer

These are the steps the current Mayor of Manchester would have to take before becoming the UK’s next prime minister

The Independent UK

What to know about contenders who could replace Keir Starmer as Britain's Labour leader

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership is in jeopardy after his Labour Party suffered heavy defeats in local elections last week

The Times of India

'You have lost trust of public': UK minister Miatta Fahnbulleh quits as PM Keir Starmer faces growing calls to resign

Miatta Fahnbulleh, a minister in Keir Starmer’s government, resigned on Tuesday while publicly questioning the British Prime Minister’s leadership and urging him to begin an “orderly transition” within the Labour Party.

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The Independent UK

The Latest: Starmer fights for political survival as calls for his resignation grow in UK

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his political survival after a disastrous set of results in local elections for his Labour Party last week

The Independent UK

Will Starmer resign? Timeline of PM’s tumultuous time at No 10 since landslide 2024 election

A timeline of Sir Keir Starmer’s embattled time in Downing Street since July 2024

The Economic Times

What happens if the UK's Starmer quits, or is challenged? | Explainer

Keir Starmer is facing mounting scrutiny as the leader of the Labour Party, with numerous MPs urging him to either announce a resignation timeline or step down entirely following disappointing outcomes in the recent local elections. A formal challenge can only initiate if a substantial backing from fellow lawmakers and…

The Independent UK

How Keir Starmer could be replaced as UK prime minister after Labour suffers local election drubbing

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a potential battle to remain in office after his Labour Party suffered a calamitous set of election results last week

Evening Standard

London politics LIVE: Labour clears path for Burnham's Westminster comeback as Farage vows to 'throw everything' at Makerfield by-election

Reform UK leader says party will ‘throw absolutely everything at’ the Makerfield by-election

Radio France Internationale

Embattled UK PM Starmer pledges to bring Britain back to the 'heart of Europe'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has sought to draw a dividing line between a pro-European Labour party and Nigel Farage’s anti-European Union Reform UK, arguing that the UK faces a defining choice over its future direction as fresh evidence highlights the economic damage caused by Brexit.

The Times of India

UK PM on way out? Starmer faces major party revolt, do-or-die speech fails to crush doubters

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a fiery speech on Monday, framing his leadership as a "battle for Britain's soul" amid growing unrest within his own Labour Party and calls by senior leaders to step down.

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