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  1. UK politics After Starmer: The Battle to Be Andy Burnham’s Chancellor Wes Streeting, Ed Miliband and Pat McFadden are among the names being discussed as Rachel Reeves’ future at Number 11 comes under scrutiny Jun 23, 2026
  2. UK politics Starmer to quit as Labour leader, opening race for No 10 The prime minister says he will stay in office until Labour chooses a successor, with Andy Burnham already confirming he plans to stand Jun 22, 2026
  3. UK politics Starmer to quit as Labour leader, triggering race for next prime minister Sir Keir Starmer said he will stay in Downing Street until Labour chooses a successor, with nominations due to open on 9 July Jun 22, 2026

UK politics

Keir Starmer’s first No 10 speech compared with resignation address

A BBC News video sets Starmer’s 2024 arrival at No 10 against his resignation speech, framing the two addresses as political bookends

Jun 22, 2026

U.K. politics

Starmer steps down as Labour leader as Burnham moves to replace him

Andy Burnham’s decisive Makerfield by-election win returned him to Westminster and positioned him for a Labour contest that could determine Britain’s next prime minister

Jun 22, 2026

Labour leadership

Streeting warns Labour race must not become a pledge auction

The former health secretary said he would not make costly campaign promises he might have to reverse, as pressure on Keir Starmer’s leadership continues

Jun 16, 2026

Online safety

UK plans under-16 social media ban as enforcement doubts mount

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain will pursue an Australia-style age ban while adding tighter rules for livestreaming, gaming and other features used by minors

Jun 15, 2026

UK energy bills

Lib Dems propose discounted basic energy allowance for all households

The party says its Essential Energy Guarantee would cut average household bills by £100 a year, with larger savings for those in greatest need

Jun 08, 2026

UK politics

Mandelson files leave gaps over messages, vetting and Epstein

More than 1,500 pages have been released on Lord Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US, but key records and answers remain undisclosed

Jun 02, 2026