Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer resigns as UK prime minister following Labour party pressure
British politics is in upheaval after Keir Starmer resigned as UK prime minister, setting off a rapid leadership contest to select his successor by September.
Keir Starmer bids farewell at his final Prime Minister Questions session
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has delivered his final Prime Minister's Questions session in the House of Commons, announcing the end of his political journey ahead of a swift transition of power to incoming Labour leader Andy Burnham.
After almost 100 days, Burnham seems little different from Starmer
As Andy Burnham reaches his hundred-day milestone, critics and supporters debate whether his populist micro-policies mask a continuity with Keir Starmer's administration.
UK motorists face rising fines and camera surveillance across roads
UK motorists navigate an increasingly complex network of roadside cameras and escalating fines, from ANPR systems to city clean air charges. Meanwhile, mounting cost-of-living pressures intersect with broader debates over government policy.
Starmer arson plotter Stanislav Carpiuc deported from UK
Stanislav Carpiuc has been deported from Britain following his conviction for a role in an arson plot targeting properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer.
Kemi Badenoch gains momentum as Tories mount a comeback against Labour
As Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch consolidates her position in Westminster, the governing Labour Party faces severe infighting and a leadership contest following Keir Starmer's resignation.
UK petition to deport foreign criminals passes 15000 signatures
An online petition calling for the immediate deportation of foreign-born criminals and individuals on terror watchlists has surpassed 15,000 signatures.
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election to seal parliamentary return
Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election, securing his return to the House of Commons and sparking a Labour leadership contest.
Nigel Farage capitalises on Angela Rayner resignation and Labour reshuffle
The resignation of the housing secretary over unpaid property tax has forced a sweeping cabinet reshuffle, handing a strategic opportunity to Nigel Farage.
Andy Burnham warned by a Labour MP he sounds like Starmer ahead of PM role
Newly installed Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing early friction from Labour backbenchers who warn his administration sounds indistinguishable from the previous tenure.
Dire warning over Budget plans as experts say it will do nothing to boost economy
Leading financial watchdogs have warned that the government's new tax and spending plans will achieve nothing to stimulate sluggish national growth.
Ed Miliband defends new UK sanctions on illegal West Bank settlements
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has robustly defended the Government's historic trade sanctions on illegal West Bank settlements amid fierce political and diplomatic fallout.
UK preparing law to make tech firms prevent children sharing nude images online
The UK government is preparing legislation to compel tech companies to install device-level software that prevents minors from viewing or sharing explicit images online.
UK allows US to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iran
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has confirmed that British military infrastructure may now be utilized by the United States to target Iranian missile sites. This policy change follows escalating violence and direct risks to British personnel in the Middle East.
Andy Burnham becomes UK prime minister
Andy Burnham has been appointed as the UK’s new prime minister, promising a 'circuit breaker' shift in governance following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer. Burnham now faces the challenges of regional decentralization and managing the UK's significant economic constraints.
Burnham meets King as he is appointed prime minister
Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has officially assumed the role of Prime Minister following Keir Starmer's resignation. He now faces immediate pressure to address the cost-of-living crisis and infrastructure challenges.
Politics LIVE: Keir Starmer to make final speech as Andy Burnham becomes PM
Sir Keir Starmer is set to address the nation before formally resigning, allowing Andy Burnham to take office as the new Prime Minister. Burnham intends to focus on cost-of-living relief, social care reform, and a major council house building programme.
Andy Burnham is the new UK prime minister replacing Keir Starmer
Andy Burnham is set to assume the office of Prime Minister following his confirmation as Labour Party leader, succeeding Keir Starmer. He faces a complex political landscape including economic reform, international relations, and his signature regional decentralization strategy.
Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to terminate the digital ID scheme to pivot resources toward the cost of living. The decision is his first major departure from the previous administration's policy platform.
Andy Burnham to become Labour leader and prime minister next week
Andy Burnham is set to assume the Labour leadership and become Prime Minister following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer. He intends to focus on reindustrialization and public control over utilities while maintaining current fiscal rules.