Many in Labour anticipate a ‘coronation’, rather than leadership contest, with Andy Burnham the only candidate

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

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

The prime minister reportedly close to announcing when he’ll stand down and set out a timetable for departure from No 10

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

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…

Ministers say Starmer will set out his intentions on Monday morning with an autumn departure the most likely option

United Kingdom’s Keir Starmer is expected to announce his resignation as prime minister today to make way for Andy Burnham

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday his resignation as leader of the Labour Party, a decision that clears the way for the former mayor of Greater Manchester,…

The UK prime minister said he would do everything in his power to ensure an orderly transition of power.

The embattled British prime minister is widely expected to announce a plan for his exit just as his likely successor, Andy Burnham, arrives in Westminster.

The Independent understands Sir Keir Starmer’s expected resignation could pave the way for Andy Burnham to become prime minister by September

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Many in Labour anticipate a ‘coronation’, rather than leadership contest, with Andy Burnham the only candidate

Many in Labour anticipate a ‘coronation’, rather than leadership contest, with Andy Burnham the only candidate

Many in Labour anticipate a ‘coronation’, rather than leadership contest, with Andy Burnham the only candidate

UK Prime Minister expected to set out resignation timetable as early as Monday amid mounting pressure

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce his resignation as Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP, paving the way for a leadership challenge.

The British prime minister is expected to announce he is quitting — as Labour rival Andy Burnham enters parliament. Follow all the action live.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer stepped down as leader of the governing Labour Party. Andy Burnham, the party’s most popular politician, said he would seek the prime minister’s job…