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Sir Keir Starmer quits as Labour leader – what happens next?

Andy Burnham could be in Downing Street within weeks after Sir Keir Starmer set out the timetable for his exit from No 10.

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Moment Keir Starmer chokes up in emotional resignation speech as he pays tribute to wife and children

Keir Starmer’s voice cracks during speech as he announces end to time in Downing Street after less than two years in office

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What might Andy Burnham as PM mean for the City and economy?

One of the biggest concerns for the financial markets will be who will take up the role of chancellor under a new Cabinet.

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Energy crisis: Time for the EU's Independence Day?

The conflict in the Middle East has been a stark reminder that Europe pays a major cost for continuing to depend on imported fossil fuels. Soaring prices are threatening growth and fuelling inflation. Against this backdrop, investments in renewable energy are no longer about meeting climate targets. They are existential,…

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Keir Starmer's emotional resignation speech in full

Sir Keir Starmer’s speech in full in which he set out the timetable for him to leave Downing Street

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Starmer visibly upset as he pays tribute to family during resignation speech

The Prime Minister’s voice wavered as he concluded the speech setting out an end point for his time inside No 10.

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Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North’ and frontrunner to replace Starmer as PM

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who is the current frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as Britain’s next prime minister. After losing two bids for the Labour Party leadership, Burnham focused on Greater Manchester, where he served as mayor and earned a “King of the North” moniker for…

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In Pictures: Highs and lows of Sir Keir Starmer’s time in power

Sir Keir became Prime Minister in July 2024 after the Labour Party won more than 400 seats at the general election.

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The King and Sir Keir: What was Charles’s relationship with his third PM?

The monarch is now preparing to appoint the fourth prime minister of his reign.

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The King’s role in appointing a new prime minister

The monarch does not act on advice nor need to consult anyone before calling upon a politician to form a government.

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From bromance to battles: Starmer and Trump’s rocky transatlantic relationship

Initially drawing praise for his deft handling of the unpredictable president, Sir Keir ended up at loggerheads with him on Iran.

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Sir Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister with Andy Burnham poised to take over

The PM’s emotional statement followed a weekend spent mulling his future with his family at Chequers.

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Frozen by the challenges of power: how Starmer turned triumph into tragedy

Starmer appeared ruthless in banishing the influence of Jeremy Corbyn, and winning power – but far less certain on how to wield it

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Andy Burnham poised to become PM within weeks after Keir Starmer resigns

Mr Burnham was sworn in as an MP on Monday after Sir Keir set out the timetable for his departure as Prime Minister

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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

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Burnham confirms bid to succeed UK's Starmer after being sworn in as MP

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on Monday after mounting dissatisfaction within his own Labour party. His expected successor, Andy Burnham, was sworn in as an MP earlier in the day and currently faces no declared challenger in the race for party leadership. Read our liveblog to see how the…

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Starmer expected to set out timetable to quit No 10 as Burnham returns as MP

Sir Keir Starmer’s days in No 10 appear to be coming to a close after rival Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster.

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If things are not working, you must change tactics and personnel, says Labour MP

Pressure has been mounting on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to stand down.

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What happens next if Sir Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister?

The rules for choosing a new Labour leader can be a complex process.

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Two children die in France as half of country on highest heat warning

Two children were found dead in a car in southeast France on Monday as the country faced the hottest day of a brutal heatwave that is forecast to last until the end of the week. The government for the first time issued its highest heat warning across half the country…

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Radar deal done: Canada spends big on Aussie technology

Australian technology will be keeping close watch over the other side of the world as Canada buys long-range radar for a pretty penny.

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NDIS laws could make or break budget tax reform

Labor is pushing to get two signature reforms through parliament within days, despite resistance from the coalition and the Greens

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FED:Nationals ape Hanson 'liar' slogan as tax debate flares

One Nation could win more than 60 seats if an election were held now, as a fresh poll underscores surging support for the right-wing party.

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‘Truly horrific’: the stories of five people affected by the NHS maternity scandal

Some see publication of the Nottingham report as a landmark moment, others as bittersweet and traumatic

The Guardian - UK

Report on Nottingham NHS maternity scandal to reveal ‘horrendous’ failings

Insider indicates Ockenden inquiry has uncovered appalling behaviour including racism toward mothers

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