Swinney says Sir Keir Starmer made the ‘right decision’ in quitting Number 10 Scottish First Minister John Swinney however argued more ‘fundamental change’ is needed for Scotland. Evening Standard · Jun 22
'Doomchessing' is the new digital addiction, as users flock to Chess.com PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 22: Papers discuss the expected departure of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In France, the brutal heatwave didn't stop the massive street party, Fête de la Musique. Also: AI-generated influencers are flooding social media. Finally, can online chess mania replace doomscrolling? France 24 · Jun 22
Andy Burnham is favoured to become the next UK prime minister. Does his triumph offer lessons for defeating One Nation? After months of speculation, Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as British prime minister. The Conversation · Jun 22
Andy Burnham to run to be next Labour leader after Starmer quits as PM IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 22
Pound swings higher after Prime Minister reveals plan to step down Sterling was up 0.05% at 1.324 US dollars in morning trading, having been around 0.3% lower shortly before the PM’s speech. Evening Standard · Jun 22
Andy Burnham could be PM within weeks as emotional Sir Keir Starmer quits The former Greater Manchester mayor confirmed he would stand for the Labour leadership shortly after Sir Keir pledged an ‘orderly handover of power’. Evening Standard · Jun 22
Who could replace Keir Starmer? The race to become Britain's next Prime Minister Britain's political scene is in flux as Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns, ending a turbulent tenure. His departure follows months of internal dissent and electoral setbacks, prompting a leadership contest. Andy Burnham is seen as the early frontrunner to replace Starmer, with the party seeking a fresh direction to regain… The Times of India · Jun 22
Starmer announces he'll resign as UK prime minister as Burnham confirms bid to succeed him British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he is stepping down as leader of the Labour Party AAP · Jun 22
Wes Streeting stands down challenge as he backs Andy Burnham for prime minister WES Streeting has backed Andy Burnham to become prime minister, eliminating himself as a potential candidate in any leadership race to succeed Keir… The National (Scotland) · Jun 22
Keir Starmer resigns: can anyone survive as prime minister in today’s Britain? Keir Starmer has resigned as leader of the Labour party, and so in time as the UK’s prime minister. In the end, despite his numerous assurances that he would fight on, after Andy Burnham’s resounding win in the Makerfield byelection, the pressure on Starmer became too great to withstand. It… The Conversation · Jun 22
Wes Streeting backs Andy Burnham to become Labour leader and PM Former health secretary decides not to run, making Burnham overwhelming favourite to succeed Keir Starmer as soon as July The Guardian - UK · Jun 22
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer Has Resigned. His Replacement Will Likely Be More of the Same. The Labour leadership race may replace one unpopular big-government prime minister with another. Reason · Jun 22
Keir Starmer announces he'll resign as UK prime minister, kicking off contest for Labour successor British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he is stepping down as leader of the Labour Party AAP · Jun 22
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. The Independent UK · Jun 22
Evening Standard · Jun 22 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
The Independent UK · Jun 22 Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister – two years after landslide election victory Labour leader bows to growing pressure following Andy Burnham’s dramatic victory in Makerfield by-election
The Independent UK · Jun 22 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.
The Economic Times · Jun 22 Keir Starmer went from election landslide to downfall after his supporters deserted him Keir Starmer's tenure as Britain's Prime Minister has ended less than two years after his election, marked by missteps and party infighting. A significant error in judgment involving the appointment of Peter Mandelson, who had ties to Jeffrey Epstein, ultimately led to his downfall. Despite a landslide victory in 2024,…
The Times of India · Jun 22 Keir Starmer steps down as UK PM: From internal revolts to lost confidence, 5 reasons behind his resignation Keir Starmer has resigned as Labour leader, citing a need for change after significant election setbacks and internal party dissent. Concerns over his ability to win the next general election, coupled with senior figures openly challenging his leadership and a perceived failure to deliver on 2024 promises, have led to…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22 Keir Starmer’s fatal flaw? The blankness on to which voters projected their years of frustration His government was directionless and confused, and from that murk emerged the Peter Mandelson scandal, says Guardian columnist John Harris
The National (Scotland) · Jun 22 Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister, so what happens now? KEIR Starmer has announced he will resign as Prime Minister, triggering a contest for Labour’s leadership and the keys to Downing Street ...
The Independent UK · Jun 22 Who is Andy Burnham? The man tipped to replace Starmer as prime minister IN FULL
The National (Scotland) · Jun 22 Keir Starmer resignation 'shows why Scotland must quit Westminster cycle of crisis' KEIR Starmer’s resignation makes him the “sixth UK Prime Minister to resign in a decade of Westminster chaos”, the SNP have said.
The Independent UK · Jun 22 Sir Keir Starmer has resigned. When could there be a new prime minister? IN FULL
The Economic Times · Jun 22 Britain's revolving door: The fall of six prime ministers in a decade of political upheaval Britain braces for its seventh prime minister in a decade as Keir Starmer resigns, marking another turbulent chapter. Since the 2016 Brexit vote, a whirlwind of crises from negotiations to pandemics has seen leaders fall rapidly. Each departure highlights a nation grappling with immense challenges, leaving the next leader to…