Starmer: Right to review sentencing which saw teenage rapists spared prison A judge said he wanted to ‘avoid criminalising these children unnecessarily’ after two boys were convicted of rape. Evening Standard · May 24
Labour to win key by-election as far-right party splits Reform vote, poll predicts LABOUR’S Andy Burnham may win a crucial Westminster by-election thanks to a far-right party taking votes from Reform UK, polling has suggested ... The National (Scotland) · May 24
Andy Burnham seeks advice from Sue Gray on forming future Labour government Discussions highlight how seriously senior Labour figures are treating Burnham’s path back to Westminster The Guardian - UK · May 24
UK judge’s decision not to jail boys for rape like a ‘rock in my face’, says victim, 16 Boys, aged 15, given youth rehabilitation orders for two separate attacks on two girls in Hampshire The Guardian - UK · May 24
Starmer ally warns Labour against ‘fantasy politics’ in battle to replace him Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones said a debate about the party’s future must not distract from efforts to improve the country. Evening Standard · May 24
Labour warned against ‘fantasy politics’ in bid to replace Starmer Darren Jones says a debate about the party’s future must not distract from efforts to improve the country The Independent UK · May 24
Starmer welcomes progress on possible US-Iran deal The Prime Minister said any agreement must ensure the ‘unconditional and unrestricted’ access to the Strait of Hormuz for shipping. Evening Standard · May 24
Defiant Starmer insists his plan is working as Labour leadership battle intensifies IN FULL The Independent UK · May 24
Celtic Alliance must unite to demand referendum powers, says Plaid Cymru MS PRO-independence governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland should work together to secure powers to hold independence referendums, a Plaid… The National (Scotland) · May 24
Will Andy Burnham really 'change Labour'? Experts weigh in ANDY Burnham has painted himself as a man of principle, but will he really be any different to Keir Starmer? The National (Scotland) · May 24
Keir Starmer defiant as Labour leadership challenge mounts from rivals: ‘Our plan is working’ Starmer highlights the UK’s growing economy, migration numbers falling and low NHS waiting times as he faces pressure over leadership The Independent UK · May 23
Starmer insists he will ‘keep pushing forward’ as he defends record in office The Prime Minister said his Government was delivering the change voters demanded in the 2024 landslide. Evening Standard · May 23
Keir Starmer urges TNT Sports to make Champions League final free to watch Arsenal face Paris Saint-Germain in the biggest game in European football next weekend but, for the first time in the modern era, it won’t be free to watch in the UK The Independent UK · May 23
Starmer asks TNT Sports to make Champions League final free to view Match between PM’s favourite Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain marks first time British fans will be unable to watch final free of charge The Guardian - UK · May 23
Evening Standard · May 23 Arsenal fan Starmer urges TNT Sports to make Champions League final free to view PM says fans ‘should not have to worry about forking out for a subscription’ to watch Arsenal play Paris St Germain
PC Gamer · May 23 As the UK plunges once more into political chaos, I’ve found the roguelike deckbuilder that can help me process it Prime Monster is a smartly satirical take on the antics of British MPs
The Guardian - UK · May 23 UK’s ‘anxious generation’ of young people struggling to adapt to workplace Former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn says firms must offer more flexibility and mental health support
The Guardian - UK · May 23 Who are Andy Burnham’s key aides and allies? Manchester mayor continues to hone his political story, but will need deep organisation to win and wield power
The Independent UK · May 23 Inside the Brexit-voting Labour stronghold that looks set to determine our next prime minister ON THE GROUND: Labour faces an almighty task to hold onto Makerfield, a seat which typifies its red wall heartlands. Is Andy Burnham the party’s only chance of stopping Reform in this former coal-mining area, which could send him to Downing Street? Dan Haygarth finds out
Bangkok Post · May 23 UK floats single market for goods with EU LONDON - The British government has proposed the creation of a single market for goods with the European Union in what would be an ambitious reset of its post-Brexit ties with the bloc, but Brussels has rejected the idea, British media have reported.
The Guardian - UK · May 23 Reeves begins push to remain as chancellor under new Labour leadership Chancellor’s allies urge MPs to back her if Keir Starmer is replaced, saying she is only candidate to safeguard UK’s finances
Evening Standard · May 22 First weekend of Makerfield by-election campaigns to get under way Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting, who are both former health secretaries, are widely thought of as rivals for a potential Labour leadership election.
The Independent UK · May 22 UK faces ‘economic catastrophe’ as young people are ‘rewired’ by smartphones, warns government’s jobs tsar Alan Milburn called 16 to 24 year olds the ‘bedroom generation’
The Independent UK · May 22 Wes Streeting reveals when he will trigger his Labour leadership bid amid Andy Burnham by-election campaign The former health secretary said he would have been accused of “trying to pull a fast one” if he launched his campaign before Andy Burnham fought the Makerfield by-election
The Guardian - UK · May 22 UK pitched single market for goods with EU in pursuit of deeper trade ties Exclusive: Top British official presented idea in Brussels but sources say it was rebuffed