What happens next if Sir Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister? The rules for choosing a new Labour leader can be a complex process. Evening Standard · Jun 22
Will there be a General Election if Keir Starmer resigns? Keir Starmer has faced mounting pressure over the weekend to resign, with reports suggesting he could stand down as early as Monday The National (Scotland) · Jun 21
How quickly could Andy Burnham become the UK’s prime minister? After winning the Makerfield byelection, the returning Labour MP faces a number of scenarios in his bid to replace Keir Starmer The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
If Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, what happens next and how soon could he be Prime Minister? Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is expected to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership if he becomes an MP again Evening Standard · Jun 17
South Korea to overhaul election process after ballot shortage shocks country South Korea is set to reform its election system following ballot paper shortages during recent local polls. The incident sparked public anger and calls for a new election. President Lee Jae Myung has ordered a full investigation into the matter. The head of the election commission has resigned. This event… The Economic Times · Jun 8
South Korea president: ballot paper shortage hurts reputation as model democracy SEOUL - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday that ballot paper shortages in last week's local elections dealt a serious blow to the country's reputation as a model democracy, and he welcomed the protests questioning the fairness of the process. Bangkok Post · Jun 8
SNP to take legal action to recover £400,000 embezzled by former chief executive Peter Murrell Former chief executive admitted to embezzling more than £400,000 from the SNP over a 12-year period The Independent UK · Jun 4
SNP to seek to recoup cash embezzled by former chief executive Murrell Peter Murrell admitted last week to embezzling more than £400,000 from the party over a period of 12 years. Evening Standard · Jun 4
Former SNP convener calls for 'structural reforms' amid Murrell embezzlement scandal A FORMER SNP convener has called for “structural reforms” after Peter Murrell pleaded guilty to embezzling over £400k in party funds ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 3
Nicola Sturgeon denies silencing SNP figures who raised doubts over finances Sturgeon accused critics of saying things about her that were ‘not true’ The Independent UK · May 29
Sturgeon: I didn’t shut down people raising concerns about SNP finances Scotland’s former first minister said critics were saying things about her that were ‘not true’. Evening Standard · May 29
SNP officials 'did not do party account jobs properly', Nicola Sturgeon says NICOLA Sturgeon has insisted that she did not shut down scrutiny of SNP accounts while party leader, saying the suggestion no one had looked at them… The National (Scotland) · May 29
John Swinney should resign as SNP leader, says Joanna Cherry Speaking after Peter Murrell admitted embezzlement, the former SNP MP called for Stephen Flynn to replace the First Minister. Evening Standard · May 25
Europe races Meta and Japan to launch first Petabit-class submarine cable before 2030 as AI demand explodes IOEMA-1 advances Northern European subsea cable development while Japan and Meta explore high-capacity systems for global internet expansion. TechRadar · May 23
Evening Standard · May 23 Brent Labour does deal with Tories after Starmer bans party from working with Greens Seven London councils - Brent, Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Wandsworth, Lambeth and Southwark - fell from Labour to no overall control at the local elections on May 7
Evening Standard · May 16 Wes Streeting confirms he will stand for Labour leadership as he calls for UK to rejoin EU Former Health Secretary has called for a ‘proper contest’ to replace Sir Keir Starmer, including Andy Burnham
Evening Standard · May 16 Minister urges Labour ‘battle of ideas’ amid talk of challenge to PM The call for a debate over the future of Labour’s soul comes as the prospect of a challenge to the Prime Minister’s authority looms closer.
Evening Standard · May 15 Pressure on Starmer ramps up as Burnham one step closer to challenge Labour’s ruling body, the National Executive Committee, has granted Mr Burnham permission to stand in the Makerfield by-election selection process.
Evening Standard · May 15 Pressure mounts on Starmer as Labour clears path for Burnham's Westminster comeback No date has yet been confirmed for the by-election itself, but a likely date for the content is June 18
The Guardian - UK · May 15 Labour’s NEC approves Burnham’s byelection pathway back to parliament Party’s governing body allows Greater Manchester mayor to run for selection as candidate in Makerfield
The Guardian - UK · May 15 What could happen next in Labour leadership challenge? How a contest to become PM is triggered, and Andy Burnham’s chances in the Makerfield byelection
The Independent UK · May 15 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 Guardian - UK · May 15 Greens suggest they will properly contest byelection, in blow to Burnham Statement follows speculation party would not field candidate in Makerfield or barely fight seat
The Independent UK · May 15 Politics latest: Starmer under pressure over Mandelson vetting files release after fresh delay Burnham confirmed as Labour’s Makerfield by-election candidate in make-or-break battle with Reform
Evening Standard · May 14 Makerfield by-election: Is Andy Burnham going to win? Manchester mayor and Labour candidate Andy Burnham faces a difficult contest in the upcoming by-election as he bids to return to Parliament