Breaking: Former UK health minister says he will stand in any contest to replace Starmer as PM
Former UK health secretary Wes Streeting has announced his intention to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer in any upcoming leadership contest. Streeting criticized Starmer for not adequately responding to the current political climate and emphasized the need for a competitive selection of candidates. He also expressed support for the UK's return to the European Union, highlighting concerns about the future of the Labour Party.
- ▪Wes Streeting confirmed he will stand in any contest to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
- ▪He criticized Starmer for failing to meet the moment in government and called for a proper contest.
- ▪Streeting emphasized the importance of having the best candidates and warned against Labour becoming irrelevant.
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Former UK health secretary Wes Streeting says he will stand in any contest to replace Prime Minister Keir StarmerTopic:World PoliticsSun 17 May 2026 at 1:16amSun 17 May 2026 at 1:16amSun 17 May 2026 at 1:16amFormer UK health secretary Wes Streeting speaks at the Progress annual conference in London. (Reuters: Jaimi Joy)abc.net.au/news/wes-streeting-confirms-will-stand-contest-against-keir-starmer/106688750Link copiedShareShare articleFormer UK health secretary Wes Streeting says he will challenge Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in any leadership contest held, days after stepping down and urging Sir Keir to set a timetable for his departure."We need … the best candidates on the field, and I will be standing," Mr Streeting told a conference of the Progress group of Labour supporters on…
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