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Flynn and Gethins hit out at ‘crisis-ridden Westminster’ as they quit Commons

The former SNP MPs have been elected to the Scottish Parliament after last week’s election.

Evening Standard · May 14

Who is Al Carns? The former Royal Marine tipped to challenge Starmer

Decorated former marine Al Carns has emerged as a potential successor to Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader, with backbenchers increasingly discussing him as a contender amidst questions over Starmer's future. Carns, 45, had a distinguished 24-year military career, rising from the most junior ranks to Colonel, including four tours…

The Independent UK · May 14

Starmer’s biographer offers insight into ‘stubborn’ PM’s psyche amid Labour turmoil

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The Independent UK · May 14

'I Have A Crush On Her': Michael Gove Admits He's Smitten With Labour Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood

Michael Gove's admission of a crush on Shabana Mahmood during a radio interview has sparked discussions in Westminster, highlighting Mahmood's political influence and generating mixed social media reactions

International Business Times UK · May 14

Starmer will not attempt to block Burnham from standing to be MP in Makerfield - as it happened

Announcing he would step down as an MP, Labour’s Josh Simons said: ‘I am standing aside so that Andy Burnham can return to his home’

The Guardian - UK · May 14

Analysis: Do Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting have what it takes to be Labour leader?

Wes Streeting is expected to resign as health secretary today, triggering a leadership contest against Sir Keir Starmer. Meanwhile, Angela Rayner has said she’s been cleared of tax misconduct by HMRC, clearing the way for her own campaign.

The Independent UK · May 14

Labour is being destroyed by dithering: it should either do Brexit properly or rejoin the EU

The UK has been suffering since going it alone, but Starmer’s noncommittal approach has made things worse. No wonder voters are angry, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott

The Guardian - UK · May 14

Digital ID in the UK: The Government Says It Is Voluntary, But Your Employer Might Not Give You a Choice

The UK's new Digital Access to Services Bill promises a free, voluntary digital ID. But right-to-work checks are a 'priority use case,' and 19 million Britons face digital exclusion.

International Business Times UK · May 14

Exclusive: Starmer’s biographer reveals how PM is reacting to leadership threat

As Sir Keir Starmer battles for his political survival, the prime minister’s former biographer has told The Independent the PM “doesn’t want to be David Cameron” and walk away.

The Independent UK · May 14

Angela Rayner 'cleared' in HMRC tax dodge investigation paving way for Labour leadership run

Former Deputy Prime Minister does not rule out running in any leadership race but says she would not ‘trigger’ contest

Evening Standard · May 14