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Burnham’s possible rise would bring Starmer’s problems with it

Andy Burnham is being cast as Starmer’s likely successor, but the political inheritance would include economic stagnation and rising populism.

After Starmer: The Battle to Be Andy Burnham’s Chancellor

Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation has shifted attention to who may run the Treasury if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister.

Starmer to quit as Labour leader, opening race for No 10

Sir Keir Starmer says he will resign as Labour leader but remain prime minister until Labour’s succession contest produces a replacement.

Starmer to quit as Labour leader, triggering race for next prime minister

Keir Starmer said he will step down as Labour leader, setting up a contest that will determine Britain’s next prime minister.

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

A BBC News video compares Keir Starmer’s first speech outside No 10 in 2024 with his resignation speech today.

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

Keir Starmer stepped down as Labour leader after Andy Burnham won the Makerfield seat and moved toward a contest to lead the governing party.

Streeting warns Labour race must not become a pledge auction

Wes Streeting warned against expensive Labour leadership pledges and said he has the MP support needed to challenge Keir Starmer.

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

Britain plans to bar under-16s from major social media platforms, but experts and tech companies warn age checks, VPNs and overseas services could complicate enforcement.