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Labour claims Russian operatives breached Nigel Farage’s phone and bank accounts, prompting an official referral to UK authorities. The allegations, filed with the Metropolitan Police and intelligence agencies, mark a sharp escalation in claims linking Farage to foreign interference.
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.
New warnings suggest one in six young people could remain unemployed without sweeping welfare reforms, reigniting tensions within Labour ranks. Former minister Alan Milburn’s report slams the party’s failure to act, while energy bills soar and geopolitical tensions drive up household costs.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham accuses Tony Blair of dismissing working-class struggles and warns the former PM’s economic policies deepened regional divides. The clash exposes a widening rift in Labour’s leadership over inequality and devolution.
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.
Net migration to the UK has halved from last year, falling to its lowest level since 2019 as 171,000 more people arrived than left. The figures, released by the Office for National Statistics, mark a sharp departure from record highs and come as Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood faces pressure over border policies.
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.
Chris Kennedy, a registered nurse and safeguarding specialist, will face six rivals in the June 18 Makerfield by-election after securing the Green Party nomination. The contest follows Labour MP Josh Simons’ resignation to clear the path for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham’s Westminster return.
Wes Streeting has thrown his weight behind a targeted wealth tax as a centrepiece of his Labour leadership campaign, arguing it will fund public services without deterring investment. The proposal comes amid growing calls within the party to address wealth inequality while maintaining economic growth.
Michael Winstanley, a former Wigan council leader and mayor, has been chosen by the Conservatives to contest the Makerfield by-election on June 18. The poll follows Labour MP Josh Simons’ resignation to clear the path for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.
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.
Labour accuses Reform UK’s Makerfield candidate of sharing controversial online content. The party demands an immediate investigation into alleged inflammatory posts that surfaced ahead of the upcoming by-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.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been selected to contest the upcoming Makerfield by-election, positioning Labour to reclaim a red-wall stronghold. The move signals renewed confidence in the party’s traditional base amid shifting political winds.
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 has pledged adherence to government borrowing caps, aiming to reassure investors and curb rising borrowing costs. The move comes as UK regional leaders face mounting pressure to demonstrate financial prudence despite economic headwinds.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has dismissed speculation about his resignation amid a wave of resignations from his cabinet. Five ministers quit within seven days, escalating internal party pressure. Labour’s future hangs in the balance as Starmer faces calls to reshuffle his team.
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.
Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham, frontrunners to replace Keir Starmer, confirm they would seek to rejoin the EU if elected, reigniting a divisive national debate. Reform UK warns of 'betrayal' to Brexit voters as the battle for Labour’s future intensifies.