Ministers say PM faces being forced out by party if he does not act, with one calling his departure inevitable

British prime minister seeks to head off internal Labour challenge ahead of key byelection

Exclusive: Allies of Labour’s Makerfield candidate concerned rapid collapse of Starmer government would increase instability

Keir Starmer could reflect on the scale of Burnham’s win and step down immediately. He could also put up a fight

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UK Cabinet ministers will reportedly tell Prime Minister Keir Starmer this afternoon that he must set out a clear timeline for his departure, according to The Times.

A significant portion of Keir Starmer's cabinet reportedly believes Andy Burnham is poised to become the next Prime Minister. Despite this sentiment, most ministers are hesitant…

Ministers say PM faces being forced out by party if he does not act, with one calling his departure inevitable

Keir Starmer is facing renewed calls to quit from within his own cabinet, after Andy Burnham stormed to victory in Makerfield.

Andy Burnham’s byelection win prompts more backbenchers and Labour grandees to call for Starmer to step aside

The Makerfield MP will be sworn in as an MP next week, and plans to speak with the Prime Minister to demand he set out a timetable for his departure from Downing Street

As the British prime minister weighs resigning as early as Monday, leader-in-waiting Andy Burnham needs to settle on an economic team.

Burnham has the seat, his allies claim the numbers, cabinet ministers are turning, the unions are turning,,,

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a crucial decision: step down or fight a leadership challenge from Labour Party rival Andy Burnham.

Overwhelming pressure from Labour MPs pushing Starmer towards decision to step down

Labour MPs pressure PM to make way for Andy Burnham to lead party

Amidst growing discontent, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under immense pressure from Labour Party associates advocating for his resignation. Competing against him is Andy…

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure over his future after Labour rival Andy Burnham secured a parliamentary seat, paving the way for a potential…

UK minister says Starmer considering 'political realities' after rival Andy Burnham secured decisive by-election win.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing his political future following a significant election victory by rival Andy Burnham. Pressure is mounting for Starmer to…

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a career-defining decision: step down or fight a possible challenge from Labour Party rival Andy Burnham.