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  1. UK politics After Starmer: The Battle to Be Andy Burnham’s Chancellor Wes Streeting, Ed Miliband and Pat McFadden are among the names being discussed as Rachel Reeves’ future at Number 11 comes under scrutiny Jun 23, 2026
  2. UK politics Starmer to quit as Labour leader, opening race for No 10 The prime minister says he will stay in office until Labour chooses a successor, with Andy Burnham already confirming he plans to stand Jun 22, 2026
  3. UK politics Starmer to quit as Labour leader, triggering race for next prime minister Sir Keir Starmer said he will stay in Downing Street until Labour chooses a successor, with nominations due to open on 9 July Jun 22, 2026

U.K. politics

Starmer steps down as Labour leader as Burnham moves to replace him

Andy Burnham’s decisive Makerfield by-election win returned him to Westminster and positioned him for a Labour contest that could determine Britain’s next prime minister

Jun 22, 2026

Labour leadership

Streeting warns Labour race must not become a pledge auction

The former health secretary said he would not make costly campaign promises he might have to reverse, as pressure on Keir Starmer’s leadership continues

Jun 16, 2026

UK politics

Burnham’s Commons path opens, but Makerfield poses Reform test

Number 10 is not expected to block the Greater Manchester mayor this time, but Reform UK’s recent strength in the constituency could make the by-election a defining fight

May 15, 2026

UK politics

Who could challenge Keir Starmer if Labour turns on him?

No Labour leadership contest has been triggered, but Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting are among the figures being discussed as pressure builds on the prime minister

May 12, 2026