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Who are the main contenders to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister?

It has become a given in Westminster circles that Keir Starmer’s tenure as prime minister could be nearing its end. This is because, fairly or unfairly, the UK public have made up their minds – and they do not like him.

The Conversation · May 14

Rachel Reeves is right – a leadership election will only damage Britain’s recovery

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With new GDP figures showing unexpected growth, Labour’s restless frontbenchers should heed the chancellor’s warning that this is no time to put the economy at risk for the sake of political ambition

The Independent UK · May 14

The Guardian view on a cabinet resignation: Labour’s leadership crisis is really an identity crisis

Editorial: The prospect of a contest exposes a deeper truth: the party’s problems go far beyond Keir Starmer

The Guardian - UK · May 14

What to know about contenders who could replace Keir Starmer as Britain's Labour leader

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership is in jeopardy after his Labour Party suffered heavy defeats in local elections last week

The Independent UK · May 14

UK minister quits ahead of possible challenge to Starmer

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting has resigned. He plans to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the Labour Party. Starmer faces pressure after recent election losses. Other figures like Angela Rayner are also mentioned as potential contenders. The party is navigating a period of uncertainty and potential change.

The Economic Times · May 14

‘Is he getting rid of Starmer?’ Profile boost for Streeting in Ilford North seat

Despite slim majority of 528, many constituents of potential Labour leadership candidate seem rather fond of him

The Guardian - UK · May 14

Swinney contrasts ‘swift action’ in Scotland to ‘constant crisis’ at Westminster

SNP leader John Swinney spoke after being sworn in again as an MSP at Holyrood.

Evening Standard · May 14

How would a Streeting-Starmer leadership contest work?

Wes Streeting’s resignation as health secretary appears could pave the way for him to take on Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership

The Independent UK · May 14

UK health minister Wes Streeting resigns, saying he has lost confidence in Starmer

Streeting is the first Cabinet member to resign as Starmer faces pressure to step down after the Labour Party’s disastrous results last week in local and regional elections.

Euronews · May 14

Labour turmoil intensifies with sniping over possible Streeting leadership bid

No 10 continued to insist Sir Keir Starmer would fight any leadership challenge mounted against him.

Evening Standard · May 14