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Keir Starmer hints at a bank holiday if England win World Cup

Keir Starmer hints at a bank holiday if England win World Cup

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has indicated he could grant a one-off public holiday if England wins the 2026 World Cup. The proposal has sparked debate over the potential economic impact and the most suitable date for a celebration.

News ·10 Jul 2026, 01:41 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Andy Burnham set for Labour leadership as last potential challenger withdraws

Andy Burnham set for Labour leadership as last potential challenger withdraws

Andy Burnham is the only declared candidate for the Labour leadership after Al Carns ruled out a bid. He is expected to be declared leader on 17 July.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 12:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK public support for rejoining EU grows as majority label Brexit failure

UK public support for rejoining EU grows as majority label Brexit failure

A decade after the referendum, a majority of the British public supports rejoining the European Union, though appetite for an immediate new vote is limited. Demographic shifts and economic impacts continue to influence national sentiment regarding ties to the bloc.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 07:34 ·Clara West 4 min read
Keir Starmer cuts road project funding to boost defence spending

Keir Starmer cuts road project funding to boost defence spending

The government is reducing the Department for Transport’s road projects budget by up to £700m, leading to the cancellation of specific infrastructure schemes. The decision has drawn criticism from regional leadership in the East Midlands regarding the equity of the funding reallocation.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 02:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer faces backlash for failing to fly England flag at No 10

Keir Starmer faces backlash for failing to fly England flag at No 10

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing criticism for his decision not to display the St George’s Cross at Downing Street during the early 2026 World Cup matches. Downing Street has indicated plans to display the flag as the competition enters the knockout phase.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 04:32 ·Clara West 4 min read
Keir Starmer faces backlash as social media ban petition hits 215,000 signatures

Keir Starmer faces backlash as social media ban petition hits 215,000 signatures

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's administration is facing large-scale public petitions challenging government policies on social media restrictions and digital ID.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 01:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer faces resignation pressure as Andy Burnham enters Parliament

Keir Starmer faces resignation pressure as Andy Burnham enters Parliament

Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister following mounting pressure from Labour MPs. Andy Burnham has emerged as the clear successor.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK Prime Minister

Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK Prime Minister

In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

Politics ·4 Jul 2026, 04:32 ·Clara West 14 min read
Andy Burnham pitch for Angela Rayner to be his deputy rejected

Andy Burnham pitch for Angela Rayner to be his deputy rejected

Angela Rayner has dismissed a reported proposal from Andy Burnham that would have seen her act as a partner in a potential challenge to Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 23:06 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK Labour government maintains executive authority under Prime Minister Starmer

UK Labour government maintains executive authority under Prime Minister Starmer

The Labour government balances domestic policy and the implementation of the Online Safety Act with international engagement regarding the crisis in Sudan.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 15:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Starmer's former chief of staff blames lack of preparation for Labour's fall

Starmer's former chief of staff blames lack of preparation for Labour's fall

Former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney admits Labour failed to prepare for government, citing policy missteps and a lack of vision as causes for the party's downfall.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 07:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer apologises for historical forced adoptions in England and Wales

Keir Starmer apologises for historical forced adoptions in England and Wales

Sir Keir Starmer has delivered a historic apology for the state-sanctioned forced removal of children from unmarried mothers in England and Wales. The government has pledged a £4 million support package to assist survivors with record access, family reunion services, and mental health counseling.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 02:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Rachel Reeves blamed as Starmer redirects £700m road funds to defence

Rachel Reeves blamed as Starmer redirects £700m road funds to defence

The government is canceling major road infrastructure schemes, including the A38 Derby Junctions and A46 Newark Bypass, to reallocate funds to defence.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 01:13 ·Clara West 4 min read
Keir Starmer issues state apology for historical forced adoption scandal

Keir Starmer issues state apology for historical forced adoption scandal

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially apologized for the state-facilitated forced adoption of babies between 1949 and 1976. This marks a shift in accountability for systemic failures within public, religious, and health institutions.

News ·2 Jul 2026, 23:12 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader

Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, triggering a leadership contest as the UK prepares for its seventh prime minister in a decade.

Politics ·2 Jul 2026, 19:06 ·Clara West 4 min read
Starmer defence plan leaves £4.7bn funding gap for successor

Starmer defence plan leaves £4.7bn funding gap for successor

A £4.7bn funding gap in the government's defence investment plan has prompted criticism and created budgetary challenges for the incoming administration.

Politics ·2 Jul 2026, 11:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Lee Anderson demands Keir Starmer deport all illegal migrants

Lee Anderson demands Keir Starmer deport all illegal migrants

During a heated session of Prime Minister's Questions, Lee Anderson challenged the government on immigration policy while Sir Keir Starmer defended recent migration data and detailed a major new defence investment strategy.

Politics ·2 Jul 2026, 02:04 ·Clara West 4 min read
Keir Starmer faces leadership pressure as Labour suffers heavy election losses

Keir Starmer faces leadership pressure as Labour suffers heavy election losses

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls to resign after local elections saw Labour lose hundreds of council seats and Reform UK emerge as a major force.

Politics ·2 Jul 2026, 00:11 ·Clara West 3 min read
Kemi Badenoch hits Starmer over £4.7bn shortfall in defence spending plan

Kemi Badenoch hits Starmer over £4.7bn shortfall in defence spending plan

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has criticised the government's defence spending strategy, highlighting a £4.7bn funding gap that has prompted department savings.

Politics ·1 Jul 2026, 21:52 ·Clara West 3 min read