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Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’
Incoming PM will reallocate unspecified resources from unpopular plan to helping with cost of living Andy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer’s plans for digital ID cards in …
UK's incoming PM Andy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer's plans for digital ID cards; last year a petition opposing the cards attracted ~3M signatures (Geraldine McKelvie/The Guardian)
Geraldine McKelvie / The Guardian : UK's incoming PM Andy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer's plans for digital ID cards; last year a petition opposing the cards attracted …
What will Keir Starmer do next?
Outgoing PM has joked about cookery classes and cutting hedges, but does the international stage beckon? As his time in Downing Street comes to an end, Keir Starmer has been joking…
Zelenskyy faces outrage over defence minister sacking as Starmer makes farewell Ukraine visit as UK PM – Europe live
Arrival of outgoing British leader in Ukraine comes as Zelenskyy faces outrage after removing Mykhailo Fedorov in Kyiv I will give you a flavor of the demonstrations this morning i…
Starmer nationalises British Steel and visits Ukraine on last full day as Labour leader – UK politics live
Outgoing PM moves to cements his legacy before his replacement by Andy Burnham as party leader tomorrow Good morning. Conventional wisdom has it that, once a PM announces they are …
Starmer shares tributes and offers ‘full support’ to his successor in his final PMQs before stepping down – UK politics live
Keir Starmer was told he would be remembered as a ‘giant of the Labour movement’ at final cabinet meeting Tell us: what do you want from the next Labour leader and UK prime ministe…
Watch: Starmer, Støre swap playful WC jibes before England-Norway last 8 clash
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jonas Gahr Støre (@jonasgahrs)…
‘Stain on our history’: Starmer issues government apology over forced adoption scandal – UK politics live
Between 1949 and 1976, an estimated 185,000 babies were taken from unmarried mothers and placed for adoption in England and Wales Starmer said what happened to the mothers, and the…
PMQs: Badenoch presses Starmer on defence spending plan after backlash from MPs – UK politics live
Minister and MPs have raised concerns that his ‘poisoned chalice’ plan will take cash from much-needed road projects Minister and MP ‘furious’ over cuts to road projects to fund de…
Starmer unveils extra £15bn for UK defence, with some road and energy projects scrapped to fund rise – politics live
Starmer says defence spending cannot be ‘bottomless pit’ and MoD has to ‘spend better’ Keir Starmer is speaking now. They are at Malloy Aeronautics, a firm that designs heavy-lift …
Starmer to set out long-delayed defence spending plans
The defence investment plan will set out how billions will be spent on equipping the UK armed forces.…
Starmer Squeezes MoD Budget for Defence Investment Plan in Underwhelming Swan Song
Starmer is unveiling a reworked Defence Investment Plan today in his swan song as PM. The PM is up at 10.30 a.m. - watch live on these pixels... £15…
Politics latest: £28bn black hole to be addressed in long-awaited defence investment plan as one of Starmer’s final acts
Prime minister set to press ahead with his defence investment plan despite high-profile resignations over spending…
Keir Starmer’s Downfall Is the Only Reward for Simpering Centrism
As head of Labour, Starmer served his role ignobly: weeding out the Left and paving the way for the far right. The post Keir Starmer’s Downfall Is the Only Reward for Simpering Cen…
The bloodless coup: How Burnham came out top
It could have been a messy transition, but the ease with which Andy Burnham has returned to Westminster appears to be the product of many months of careful planning. Sam Coates and…
Starmer and home secretary in row over minister's future
Shabana Mahmood believes Mike Tapp should be sacked for writing an article but No 10 say he remains in post.…
Top civil servant sacked by Starmer over Mandelson vetting in talks to work for Burnham
Olly Robbins was one of the most high-profile casualties of the Peter Mandelson scandal after it emerged the Labour grandee, fired over his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, did not…
After Starmer’s ‘purge’, could Andy Burnham lure back Labour’s bruised leftwingers?
Socialists marginalised under current PM are anxious about whether his replacement will again disappoint them…
Burnham’s dilemma: A free ride on Starmer’s majority, or risk an election to seek his own
Polling indicates voters aren’t desperate for Andy Burnham to secure a fresh mandate, but don’t much like the way Labour are choosing a leader either.…
Does being a good mayor make you a good prime minister?
The Greater Manchester mayoralty made Andy Burnham famous. Now he’s hoping he can take the approach he developed in the city to the whole country. This week on Westminster Insider,…
Starmer says he wants disruption ‘absolutely minimised’ during transition to Burnham government – UK politics live
PM says: ‘I love this country, I want this country to thrive, and I shall do everything I can to make sure it’s a success and thrives’ In her Q&A this morning Rachel Reeves , the c…
Censorship, Mass Immigration Led to Starmer's Downfall
<p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation Monday. He is the sixth prime minister in the past 10 years, another sign that Britain has become ungovernable.</p>…
Badenoch will ‘absolutely not’ apologise for PMQs comments about Starmer’s downfall, spokesperson says – UK politics live
Tory leader said Labour MPs were cheering, even though there are ‘400 knives’ in Starmer’s back Ben Quinn is a Guardian political correspondent. Nigel Farage has made an explicit p…
Keir Starmer tells cabinet he wants to ‘resolve difficult issues’ before leaving No 10 – UK politics live
Prime minister gives fresh indication of his intention to finalise and publish defence investment plan before leaving office Peter Walker is a senior Guardian political corresponde…
‘A Terrible Inheritance’: Could Andy Burnham Succeed Where Starmer Failed?
The likely successor to Prime Minister Keir Starmer will inherit the same challenges of economic stagnation and ascendant populism. Will a divided nation be prepared to give him ti…
Starmer risks clash with Burnham over defence funding plan
Likely successor to prime minister wants to review long-awaited military investment plan…
UK ‘irritated’ by EU move to delay key summit after Starmer’s resignation
July meeting about closer relations postponed as Brussels prepares for prospect of Burnham becoming PM…
Andy Burnham sworn in as an MP after Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister - UK politics live
The prime minister said a new leader will be in place before parliament returns in September Full report: Keir Starmer to step down as prime minister two years after historic elect…
U.K. Markets React Calmly to Starmer Resignation, but Economic Uncertainties Linger
Markets reacted calmly to the prime minister’s announcement, which laid out a timeline for succession. Still, there’s not much clarity about the next government.…
Starmer says he’ll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again - AP News
Starmer says he’ll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again AP News…
U.K. Live Updates: Starmer Announces Resignation; Burnham Wins Key Endorsement
Prime Minister Keir Starmer stepped down as leader of the governing Labour Party. Andy Burnham, the party’s most popular politician, said he would seek the prime minister’s job and…
UK PM Keir Starmer resigns. And, US and Iran agree to roadmap for final deal
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday. And, the U.S. and Iran have agreed to a "roadmap" to reach a final deal within 60 days.…
Colombia Picks Its Populist
Plus: Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister, and the Spanish prime minister’s wife is ordered to stand trial for corruption.…
Starmer has a strong green record – but a rightwing backlash weakened his plans
Prime minister was forced to row back on some policies despite strong support among voters for climate action Keir Starmer has faced a problem no Labour government has needed to de…
Keir Starmer to step down as prime minister two years after historic election victory
Labour leader bows to mounting pressure after Andy Burnham’s success against Reform UK in Makerfield UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has announced he will stand down…
UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday - Reuters
UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday Reuters…
Starmer expected to announce departure on Monday as growing numbers of MPs back Burnham for PM – UK politics live
PM said to be reflecting on ‘political realities’, as president Trump joins in criticism of his leadership saying he has ‘failed badly’ Keir Starmer expected to announce departure …
Keir Starmer Reflects on ‘Political Challenges’ as Pressure to Resign Mounts
An ally of Keir Starmer’s told the BBC on Sunday that Mr. Starmer was “taking the time to think through what the political realities are today compared to last week.”…
Trump Announces British Prime Minister Kier Starmer’s Resignation
'He failed badly on two very important subjects'…
Trump says UK's Starmer will resign, wishes him well amid reports of PM's political future
U.S. President Donald Trump said United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer will step down, wishing the foreign leader well, while also leveling criticism.…
Starmer could announce exit next week, some ministers believe
UK prime minister is under intense pressure to set out departure timetable after Andy Burnham’s by-election win…
Keir Starmer expected to announce departure as prime minister on Monday
Overwhelming pressure from Labour MPs pushing Starmer towards decision to step down UK politics – live updates Keir Starmer is expected to announce on Monday that he will step down…
Keir Starmer Took Power in Triumph. Monday Might be His Last Day in Office.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer entered No. 10 in July 2024 with a Labour majority big enough to bury the Conservatives for a generation. Less than two years later, Britain is …
Keir Starmer reportedly considering stepping down as PM and could announce timetable for departure
British PM Keir Starmer is reportedly considering stepping down, with senior Labour figures expecting a statement on his future as early as next week.…
Starmer has ‘absolutely no authority’, says Labour peer as pressure grows on PM to step aside for Burnham – UK politics live
Peer and former cabinet minister Charlie Falconer says PM could have ‘at most weeks to go’ Cabinet loyalists tell Starmer he has the weekend to set out timetable for exit A losing …
Burnham calls for ‘new path for Britain’ as Starmer vows to fight any leadership challenge – UK politics live
Burnham hails ‘turning point’ for the country after resounding byelection victory over Reform UK Podcast: will Burnham become prime minister? What would ‘change’ look like if Burnh…
Labour’s Andy Burnham’s special election win could spell doom for Starmer as prime minister
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham won a special election in the United Kingdom on Thursday. The Labour Party candidate defeated Rob Kenyon of the Reform U.K. party to return to…
Polls open in historic byelection in Makerfield that could determine Keir Starmer’s future – UK politics live
Andy Burnham hopes a successful byelection will mean he can encourage Keir Starmer to step aside as prime minister The trial of two Russian-linked arsonists who targeted property c…
Storytime With Starmer
<p>The U.K. government uses secrecy, misdirection and storytelling to stifle unease about its radical immigration policies.</p>…
Streeting warns Starmer he could trigger Labour leadership contest next week
The former health secretary insisted he has the backing of the 80 MPs required to stand in a contest…
G7 finds 'unity' on upping Russia pressure to end Ukraine war
EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France — G7 leaders agreed on Tuesday to intensify pressure on Russia to end more than four years of war against Ukraine, with US...…
UK PM Starmer unveils GBP1 billion French and Indian investments at G7 - Morningstar
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Tuesday briefing: How the UK’s military spending row exposes Starmer’s defence dilemma
In today’s newsletter: An argument about money has also spotlighted questions about Britain’s place in the world and the changing face of warfare Good morning. What conflict has ra…
Starmer's Doing a Little Street Sweeping While All Eyes on Northern Ireland
As tense as the situation is in Northern Ireland over the near beheading of a local fellow in Belfast by one of their legions of 'asylum seekers,' it doesn't mean the anger and dis…
Two men found guilty over arson attacks linked to Keir Starmer
Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc convicted at Old Bailey over attacks on property and car connected to PM Two men have been found guilty of conspiring to carry out arson att…
UK PM Keir Starmer says the UK will ban social media for under-16s and restrict gaming and livestreaming platforms, aiming for regulation by the end of 2026 (Reuters)
Reuters : UK PM Keir Starmer says the UK will ban social media for under-16s and restrict gaming and livestreaming platforms, aiming for regulation by the end of 2026 — British Pri…
Labour MPs urge Starmer to set targets to boost number of male teachers in England
Men and Boys group of MPs addresses ‘crisis of masculinity’ and joins campaign for longer paternity leave Government ministers have been urged to set targets to boost the number of…
In Makerfield for the byelection that could change everything - podcast
Helen Pidd goes to Makerfield where the Labour candidate and would-be prime minister Andy Burnham faces Reform UK in a crucial byelection. With reporting from Josh Halliday On Thur…
Starmer to confirm social media ban for UK teens ahead of G-7
Keir Starmer confirms a social media ban for UK teens under 16 to protect them from online threats. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
Global leaders react to announcement of US-Iran peace agreement
US and Iranian officials said they have agreed on a deal to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…