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John Healey resigns as defence secretary over spending plan

John Healey resigns as defence secretary over spending plan

John Healey has resigned as defence secretary, saying the UK’s defence investment plan falls short at a dangerous time for the country.

Mandelson files leave gaps over messages, vetting and Epstein

Mandelson files leave gaps over messages, vetting and Epstein

A second batch of Mandelson files has revealed new material on his US ambassador appointment while leaving major questions over messages, vetting and Epstein.

Mandelson appointment papers are being withheld, intelligence watchdog says

Mandelson appointment papers are being withheld, intelligence watchdog says

The ISC says some Mandelson appointment documents are being withheld from MPs, while the government says it will publish as much as possible soon.

Burnham’s Commons path opens, but Makerfield poses Reform test

Burnham’s Commons path opens, but Makerfield poses Reform test

Andy Burnham’s route back to Parliament has become clearer, but a Makerfield by-election would pit him against a surging Reform UK challenge.

King’s Speech sets out 37 bills as Starmer faces pressure

King’s Speech sets out 37 bills as Starmer faces pressure

King Charles outlined 37 planned bills for the next parliamentary session, leaving Starmer to sell a broad agenda amid fresh leadership pressure.

Jess Phillips among four ministers quitting as Starmer fights revolt

Jess Phillips among four ministers quitting as Starmer fights revolt

Four ministers, including Jess Phillips, have quit as pressure grows on Keir Starmer from Labour MPs urging him to resign.

Who could challenge Keir Starmer if Labour turns on him?

Who could challenge Keir Starmer if Labour turns on him?

Keir Starmer says he will keep governing, but Labour MPs are weighing possible successors including Wes Streeting, Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner.

UK borrowing costs hit 18-year high amid Starmer uncertainty

UK borrowing costs hit 18-year high amid Starmer uncertainty

UK government borrowing costs rose sharply Tuesday, with 10-year gilt yields briefly hitting 5.13% amid uncertainty over Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.