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Up to Starmer if he quits, says Trump as he renews attack on UK energy stance

The US president also argued Britain needs to get ‘tough on immigration’.

Evening Standard · May 12

In The Room | Streeting, Burnham, Rayner: Coming for Starmer’s job?

Keir Starmer is still clinging to power. But when this morning’s 9:30am cabinet meeting began, that outcome looked far from certain. More than 81 MPs have now called for him to step down - the number required to trigger a leadership contest - but only if they unite behind a…

The Independent UK · May 12

Online safety campaigners reveal Starmer frustrations after Phillips exit

PM accused of dragging heels on forcing tech firms to block transmission of nude photos on children’s phones

The Guardian - UK · May 12

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10 Drowning Street? UK PM Keir Starmer labours on amid strong current

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls to resign following a significant election defeat, stating he will continue to govern despite internal party pressure. While acknowledging responsibility, Starmer emphasized that no formal leadership challenge has been initiated, with loyal ministers expressing their support. The situation leaves Starmer and party rebels…

The Economic Times · May 12

Keir Starmer to meet leadership rival Wes Streeting as leadership rift deepens

Labour descended into open division over the Prime Minister’s future on Tuesday.

Evening Standard · May 12

The Guardian view on Keir Starmer’s premiership: he may survive, but his manoeuvres themselves signal decline

Editorial: Each ploy required to shore up the prime minister’s position exposes how fragile his authority has become

The Guardian - UK · May 12

The three ways Keir Starmer could be ousted from No10

As a growing number of Sir Keir Starmer’s MPs demand he quits, these are the three ways the Prime Minister could be ousted

Evening Standard · May 12

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Over 100 Labour MPs rally behind Starmer as they declare ‘this is no time for a leadership contest’

More than 100 Labour MPs have given their public support to Keir Starmer

The Independent UK · May 12

Labour will regret making itself look unfit to govern

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Instead of attempting to trigger a leadership contest with a crescendo of ministerial resignations, MPs should return to supporting their prime minister – or risk being kept out of power for decades

The Independent UK · May 12

Starmer needs sharper survival strategy if he is to stay on

Tepid cabinet support and a blunted No 10 operation are making it harder for the prime minister to face down critics

The Guardian - UK · May 12

JP Morgan could scrap £3bn London HQ if Starmer is replaced by PM ‘hostile to banks’

Jamie Dimon says US banking giant could rethink Canary Wharf tower if a future Labour leader targets lenders

The Guardian - UK · May 12

Inside Starmer’s fight to keep Labour leadership – Full timeline as calls grow for PM to step down

The resignations of four ministers and several government aides have piled pressure on the Prime Minister, who vowed to fight on at Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting

The Independent UK · May 12

Starmer clings on after challenging rivals to put up or shut up

Wes Streeting to hold crisis meeting with PM – but 100 Labour MPs say ‘this is no time for leadership fight’

The Independent UK · May 12

What does the State Opening of Parliament involve and why?

A day of pomp and ceremony awaits in Westminster, this year taking place against the backdrop of a tumultuous week for Sir Keir Starmer and his Government

Evening Standard · May 12

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The Guardian - UK · May 12

What are the agendas of Labour MPs calling for Starmer to step down?

Several tendencies visible amid growing opposition to the prime minister from within parliamentary Labour party

Evening Standard · May 12

Man shot dead by police in Bedford after 'making threats with weapon'

Armed officers shoot man who barricaded himself inside house dead after tense stand-off

The Guardian - UK · May 12

Are working-class voters lost to Labour for good?

Letters: Readers on what the party can do to win back disaffected supporters and why so many have been driven to vote Reform

The Guardian - UK · May 12

Labour MPs channel Tory psychodrama as Starmer keeps hiding in plain sight

While some are working out how to get rid of the prime minister, others are already plotting against his rival

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Evening Standard · May 12

How would Andy Burnham become prime minister?

He is currently the Mayor of Manchester, and does not have a seat in Parliament, therefore the route to the top could be tricky.

The Independent UK · May 12

How quickly could Andy Burnham become prime minister – and what stands in his way?

Former Manchester mayor had made it clear he would challenge Sir Keir Starmer if he won the Makerfield by-election

Evening Standard · May 12

Pound wobbles and bonds suffer as Starmer battles on

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer defied calls for him to quit, despite a growing number of Labour MPs demanding that he steps aside.

International Business Times UK · May 12

Pete Hegseth Faces 'Brutal' Congressional Grill Over Unauthorised, $1.5 Trillion Budget 'Disastrous' Iran War

On Tuesday, Pete Hegseth returned to Congress to discuss Ukraine, Iran and Donald Trump's $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget request.

International Business Times UK · May 12

Andy Burnham Sighted In London Meeting MPs As Pressure Mounts On Keir Starmer To Set A Resignation Timetable

Andy Burnham was reportedly spotted in London meeting MPs as he plans a return to Westminster and a future challenge to Keir Starmer for the premiership.

The Times of India · May 12

From election drubbing to minister resignations: Why Keir Starmer is in trouble? All FAQs answered

It all started with Labour’s crushing setback in local elections across England, Scotland and Wales last week. The results sent shockwaves through the party and sparked an open rebellion against Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with more than 80 Labour MPs either publicly or privately demanding that he resign or announce…

International Business Times UK · May 12

JK Rowling 'Not Thrilled' as Trans Politicians Join Scottish Parliament—'Everything That The Hateful Despise'

Scotland's election of its first transgender MSPs, Dr Q Manivannan and Iris Duane, marks a milestone in representation, while JK Rowling's comments highlight ongoing gender debates.

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