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South Korea to overhaul election process after ballot shortage shocks country

South Korea is set to reform its election system following ballot paper shortages during recent local polls. The incident sparked public anger and calls for a new election. President Lee Jae Myung has ordered a full investigation into the matter. The head of the election commission has resigned. This event…

The Economic Times

South Korea president: ballot paper shortage hurts reputation as model democracy

SEOUL - South ⁠Korean ⁠President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday that ballot paper shortages in last week's local elections dealt a serious blow ‌to the country's reputation as a model democracy, and he welcomed the protests questioning the fairness of the process.

Bangkok Post

SNP to take legal action to recover £400,000 embezzled by former chief executive Peter Murrell

Former chief executive admitted to embezzling more than £400,000 from the SNP over a 12-year period

The Independent UK

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SNP to seek to recoup cash embezzled by former chief executive Murrell

Peter Murrell admitted last week to embezzling more than £400,000 from the party over a period of 12 years.

Evening Standard

Former SNP convener calls for 'structural reforms' amid Murrell embezzlement scandal

A FORMER SNP convener has called for “structural reforms” after Peter Murrell pleaded guilty to embezzling over £400k in party funds ...

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon denies silencing SNP figures who raised doubts over finances

Sturgeon accused critics of saying things about her that were ‘not true’

The Independent UK

Sturgeon: I didn’t shut down people raising concerns about SNP finances

Scotland’s former first minister said critics were saying things about her that were ‘not true’.

Evening Standard

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SNP officials 'did not do party account jobs properly', Nicola Sturgeon says

NICOLA Sturgeon has insisted that she did not shut down scrutiny of SNP accounts while party leader, saying the suggestion no one had looked at them…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney should resign as SNP leader, says Joanna Cherry

Speaking after Peter Murrell admitted embezzlement, the former SNP MP called for Stephen Flynn to replace the First Minister.

Evening Standard

Europe races Meta and Japan to launch first Petabit-class submarine cable before 2030 as AI demand explodes

IOEMA-1 advances Northern European subsea cable development while Japan and Meta explore high-capacity systems for global internet expansion.

TechRadar

Brent Labour does deal with Tories after Starmer bans party from working with Greens

Seven London councils - Brent, Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Wandsworth, Lambeth and Southwark - fell from Labour to no overall control at the local elections on May 7

Evening Standard

Wes Streeting confirms he will stand for Labour leadership as he calls for UK to rejoin EU

Former Health Secretary has called for a ‘proper contest’ to replace Sir Keir Starmer, including Andy Burnham

Evening Standard

Minister urges Labour ‘battle of ideas’ amid talk of challenge to PM

The call for a debate over the future of Labour’s soul comes as the prospect of a challenge to the Prime Minister’s authority looms closer.

Evening Standard

Pressure on Starmer ramps up as Burnham one step closer to challenge

Labour’s ruling body, the National Executive Committee, has granted Mr Burnham permission to stand in the Makerfield by-election selection process.

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Pressure mounts on Starmer as Labour clears path for Burnham's Westminster comeback

No date has yet been confirmed for the by-election itself, but a likely date for the content is June 18

The Guardian - UK

Labour’s NEC approves Burnham’s byelection pathway back to parliament

Party’s governing body allows Greater Manchester mayor to run for selection as candidate in Makerfield

The Guardian - UK

What could happen next in Labour leadership challenge?

How a contest to become PM is triggered, and Andy Burnham’s chances in the Makerfield byelection

The Independent UK

Labour leadership race: Key moments in the challenge to take on Keir Starmer

The Labour Party now looks likely to face an intense leadership battle

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The Guardian - UK

Greens suggest they will properly contest byelection, in blow to Burnham

Statement follows speculation party would not field candidate in Makerfield or barely fight seat

The Independent UK

Politics latest: Starmer under pressure over Mandelson vetting files release after fresh delay

Burnham confirmed as Labour’s Makerfield by-election candidate in make-or-break battle with Reform

Evening Standard

Makerfield by-election: Is Andy Burnham going to win?

Manchester mayor and Labour candidate Andy Burnham faces a difficult contest in the upcoming by-election as he bids to return to Parliament

Evening Standard

Embattled Keir Starmer faces leadership contest against Andy Burnham in Labour civil war

Andy Burnham says he will seek to become Labour’s candidate in the upcoming Makerfield by-election

The Independent UK

Burnham makes move to take on Starmer after MP stands down so he can challenge PM

Josh Simons steps aside to allow the Greater Manchester mayor to run for parliament

The Independent UK

Starmer ally warns of ‘political risk’ of Burnham standing in Makerfield by-election

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Evening Standard

Scottish Labour says ‘wait and see’ on Andy Burnham running in by-election

It comes after Wes Streeting quit as health secretary, saying a leadership battle should take place as he called on Sir Keir Starmer to stand aside.

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