The Starmer government’s moment of jeopardy
Deputy PM’s exit deepens the troubles for the struggling UK administration
Deputy PM’s exit deepens the troubles for the struggling UK administration

Departure of Angela Rayner triggers cabinet reshuffle and potentially bloody deputy Labour leader contest

If another government disappoints, voters might accept that painful reform of the state is needed

Retreat on welfare cuts would be an irrecoverable blow to the UK prime minister’s authority

Keir Starmer may take responsibility, but he has sidestepped accountability

Loyalty has worn thin because of the PM’s lack of interest in making the difficult decisions his job requires

PM due to hold crunch meeting with health secretary Wes Streeting after challenging rivals to launch leadership bids