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Emotional Starmer quits as Burnham favoured to be UK PM

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will resign, forced out by his own party, as Labour MPs consider replacing him with former mayor Andy Burnham.

AAP · Jun 22

Starmexit: UK set for 7th PM in 10 years

Starmer won a landslide victory in the 2024 general election, but a series of missteps badly damaged his credibility. His resignation comes the day before Britain marks the 10th anniversary of its vote to leave the European Union, a decision that still roils the country's economy and politics.

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Bear Payne Confirmed as Sole Beneficiary of Liam Payne's £21.9m Estate: What He Inherits and When He Can Access It

Bear Grey Payne, son of late singer Liam Payne, inherits his father's £21.9 million estate under UK intestacy rules, highlighting the importance of having a will.

International Business Times UK · Jun 22

Keir Starmer’s economic legacy – in charts

PM said Labour had turned economy around – but his record on growth and unemployment appears mixed

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22

UK hospital declared critical incident as heatwave drives surge in demand

A UK hospital has declared a critical incident and is restricting services to life-threatening emergencies only, as it struggles to cope with a sharp rise in demand driven by extreme heat.

Euronews · Jun 22

'Another day, another leader': Londoners react to Starmer's resignation

People in central London expressed frustration, uncertainty and cautious hope after Keir Starmer announced his resignation as UK prime minister.

Euronews · Jun 22

Bin collection changes across UK as heatwave red warning sparks early starts

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The Independent UK · Jun 22

'Deeply Betrayed': Prince William Refuses to See Harry During Shock UK Family Return

Prince William is unlikely to meet Prince Harry during the Sussexes' UK visit, highlighting their ongoing rift and unresolved family tensions.

International Business Times UK · Jun 22

Brexit at 10: the promises, the costs and the search for accountability

Ten years on, the UK's decision to leave the European Union is increasingly seen as more than a single referendum result. Critics argue it reflected a wider crisis of political imagination, with Brexit supporters misreading both Britain and the world, while the promised future never arrived.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 22

Andy Burnham: what to expect from the UK’s likely next prime minister

Resigning as UK prime minster and leader of the Labour party, Keir Starmer said he accepted, “with good grace”, that the party does not think he is best placed to lead them into the next general election.

The Conversation · Jun 22