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Kemi Badenoch dismissed Tony Blair’s calls for Labour to pivot, calling the former PM’s influence over the party ‘irrelevant.’ The government is doubling down on its agenda despite internal and external pressure.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham accused Labour’s London-centric leadership of ignoring the cost of living crisis while unveiling plans for a sweeping welfare shake-up. The move comes as former Health Secretary Alan Milburn warns of a ‘lost generation’ trapped in economic despair.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pushed back against Tony Blair’s criticism of Labour’s policy agenda, defending the government’s choices as pragmatic responses to inherited challenges. The clash underscores deep tensions within the party over its economic and social strategy.
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has publicly urged Labour to abandon its leftward shift, triggering a fierce backlash within the party. His intervention comes as polling shows declining voter confidence in Keir Starmer’s leadership. Details reveal a rare direct clash over Labour’s identity ahead of the next election.
Tony Blair has accused Keir Starmer’s Labour of lacking a coherent plan for Britain as the party drifts leftward. The former prime minister’s essay sparked cross-party backlash while record heat and infrastructure threats dominated the headlines.
Former PM Sir Tony Blair accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of steering Britain without a clear plan, as Labour’s economic policies face mounting criticism from business leaders. Blair’s rare public intervention signals deepening fractures within the party over growth and investment.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has blasted a court ruling that spared jail time for three teenage boys convicted of raping two girls. The decision has triggered national outrage and calls for judicial reform.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on TNT Sports to make this year’s Champions League final accessible to all viewers without subscription fees. The plea comes amid rising public frustration over paywall restrictions on major sporting events.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer will campaign for Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election, signaling Labour unity despite past leadership tensions. The move comes as polling shows the seat hanging in the balance with just four weeks to go.
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting stunned Westminster today by tendering his resignation with a message of rebellious optimism. The move comes during a pivotal moment for Labour as party strategists recalibrate ahead of the next election.
More than 60 Labour MPs have launched a formal campaign to overhaul the UK’s first-past-the-post system, citing its failure to reflect voter preferences. The move intensifies pressure on Keir Starmer’s government to address concerns over democratic representation before the next election.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects calls to set a Brexit re-entry timetable despite pressure from Labour MPs, while Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces criticism over perceived policy reversals ahead of a key by-election. Polling suggests Burnham would dominate Starmer in a leadership contest, raising tensions within the party.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces a steep climb to unseat Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with allies warning of a perilous path ahead. Reform UK’s surge in polls and renewed Brexit tensions have turned the Makerfield by-election into a high-stakes battleground.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy confirms Keir Starmer would decide alone whether to contest a leadership challenge. Internal polling shows growing dissent over his direction. A critical week looms for the party’s future.
Brexit has returned to the political agenda as Labour faces pressure to clarify its stance ahead of a potential leadership contest and a crucial by-election in Makerfield. Shadow cabinet members are divided, with some urging a softer line on ties with the EU while others push for a hardline approach.
Former UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting has declared he will run for Labour Party leadership amid internal turmoil. Andy Burnham’s vow to 'save' the party intensifies the coming battle for the top job.
Labour MPs are already jockeying for position as Keir Starmer eyes a potential reshuffle, with Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham emerging as early frontrunners to replace him. Internal polling shows shifting allegiances and growing uncertainty over the next election roadmap.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is poised to launch a leadership bid against Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with allies predicting a by-election showdown by mid-June. Trump warns Starmer’s grip on power is slipping unless he fixes immigration and energy, while Reform UK vows to derail Burnham’s path back to Westminster.
Labour’s top three figures undermined Keir Starmer just hours after the King’s Speech, deploying a coordinated strategy that left the PM exposed on tax and public sector reform. Sources reveal the exact timeline of events that forced Downing Street into damage control.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confronts a widening rebellion within his own party after five MPs resign and growing calls for his resignation this week. The crisis, now in its third day, has no clear resolution as Labour MPs weigh loyalty against public pressure.
Andy Burnham’s growing influence is redefining the balance of power outside London. Fresh polling suggests his regional strategy could position him as the next Labour leader — and possibly prime minister. A leaked dossier reveals internal Labour Party discussions about his potential candidacy.
Andy Burnham’s path to the House of Commons has narrowed dramatically after securing a third term as Manchester mayor. The Labour figure now faces a critical by-election in the Leigh and Hindley constituency, where he could reclaim his former seat.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a high-stakes confidence vote this evening after a rebellion by 34 Labour MPs over public sector pay. The outcome could reshape his government’s agenda just six months into office.
Andy Burnham, former Labour minister, is eyeing a return to Parliament as Wes Streeting resigns as Health Secretary, escalating pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer.