Streeting said he supported Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ economic agenda before the Iran war broke out and changed policy plans.

Lisa Nandy criticises ‘odd’ call to rejoin EU – and says Starmer faces ‘personal decision’ on whether to stay and fight

Wes Streeting challenges Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Starmer out by June 30, 2026 at 68.5% YES.

Allies of the former health secretary accuse the Prime Minister and Chancellor of not being bold enough on economic growth

In his first Commons appearance since quitting the Cabinet Mr Streeting warned of an 'existential threat to the UK' as he set out a thinly veiled pitch to replace Sir Keir.

In his first Commons intervention since quitting Keir Starmer’s Cabinet as Health Secretary last week, Wes Streeting said it was an 'emotional wrench' to leave the government

Streeting said he supported Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ economic agenda before the Iran war broke out and changed policy plans.

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Former health secretary who quit the government last week with a call for Keir Starmer to resign said he had ‘no regrets’

Wes Streeting has revealed that he told Sir Keir Starmer that he would challenge him for leadership of the Labour Party during their 16-minute meeting at Downing Street last week.…

British MP Wes Streeting has given a simple and arresting explanation of the need for tax reform – something that continues to elude the Labor government