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Who will replace Keir Starmer? Top contenders in race to become UK PM

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, setting the stage for a leadership battle within the Labour Party and a contest to determine Britain's next prime minister.

The Times of India

Monday briefing: What’s next for no-drama Starmer as his ‘political challenges’ pile up?

In today’s newsletter: Our senior political correspondent talks about how the coming days and weeks may unfold for the Labour government, and how Keir Starmer ended up the most unpopular prime minister in memory

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer on the brink of resigning as Andy Burnham heads to Westminster

The Prime Minister has spent the weekend mulling his political future.

Evening Standard

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Ten years after Brexit vote Keir Starmer’s legacy could be UK-EU reset deals

The anniversary of the referendum arrives amid a backdrop of uncertainty surrounding Starmer’s political future.

The Independent UK

Starmer expected to announce exit plan to clear way for Burnham to become PM

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

The Guardian - UK

As Starmer eyes the exit, here’s a vital lesson for Andy Burnham: first impressions are everything

If the Makerfield MP is to be our next PM, he needs some immediate and memorable cost of living policies to avoid his predecessor’s fate, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK

The business secretary knows about jobs, and seems pretty sure Keir is out of one

Doing the rounds of the Sunday studios, Peter Kyle sounded like someone who knew it would all be over come Monday

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UK PM Keir Starmer expected to announce resignation on Monday: Report

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly poised to announce his resignation on Monday, following mounting pressure after Andy Burnham's significant by-election win. Discussions with key figures suggest Starmer is considering a departure timetable. While he previously vowed to fight any challenge, allies of Burnham and Wes Streeting are urging…

The Times of India

Starmer given deadline: ‘Quit by Tuesday or face humiliation’

Senior Labour peer’s devastating intervention: ‘Starmer has no authority and must go now’

The Independent UK

Burnham allies confident of No 10 ‘coronation’ after surge in backers

Some Labour MPs still want former mayor to face ‘scrutiny’ of ideas through contested leadership race

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham has shown that he can win. But can he govern Britain?

Having literally campaigned in poetry, the new Makerfield MP needs a summer of knuckling down to the small print, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The Guardian - UK

An Andy Burnham coronation is not the answer to Labour’s problems

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: We congratulate the former Manchester mayor on a historic by-election victory that has re-energised Labour and reminded it to take the fight to Reform – but the keys to No 10 cannot be handed to him without a sterner test of his credentials

The Independent UK

What happens now for Starmer? John Rentoul answers readers’ key questions after Burnham’s Makerfield win

ASK ME ANYTHING: In a reader Q&A, chief political commentator John Rentoul addressed questions on Andy Burnham’s rise, Keir Starmer’s survival and the potential successors, suggesting Labour now faces a managed but uncertain leadership transition rather than an immediate contest

The Independent UK

Ministers turn on Starmer as Labour MPs demand Burnham ‘coronation’ as PM

As transport secretary Heidi Alexander become the first to tell Keir Starmer to go, he insists he will fight a leadership contest and urges Labour to ‘pull together’ and ‘avoid plunging the country into chaos’

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Could Andy Burnham’s win mean Keir Starmer’s days in No 10 are numbered?

Sir Keir Starmer has made clear he intends to fight any challenge to his leadership.

The Independent UK

Five candidates who could challenge Starmer to be the next prime minister

Andy Burnham’s victory in the Makerfield by-election has paved the way for a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer

Evening Standard

Could Andy Burnham become Prime Minister within a week after huge Makerfield victory?

Former Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham will arrive back in Parliament with a surge in momentum in his bid to gain the keys to No10

The Economic Times

What stands between Andy Burnham and No. 10 Downing Street?

Andy Burnham has won a parliamentary seat. This move fuels speculation about him challenging Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Several pathways exist for Burnham to potentially become prime minister. He could trigger an early contest or wait until after summer. Another politician might initiate a leadership race. An orderly transition…

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Burnham wins key UK poll, paving way for bid to challenge PM Starmer

WIGAN — Veteran UK Labour politician Andy Burnham emphatically won a crunch by-election on Friday, securing a parliamentary seat and clearing the way for a widely expected leadership challenge against beleaguered Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

France 24

Starmer rival Burnham wins Makerfield as Labour leadership speculation grows

Labour's Andy Burnham won the Makerfield parliamentary by-election on Friday, defeating Reform UK candidate Rob Kenyon and returning to Westminster after years as Manchester mayor. The victory strengthens Burnham's position as a potential successor to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as speculation grows over Labour's future leadership.

Evening Standard

Could Burnham’s win mean Starmer’s days in No 10 are numbered?

Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster could result in Sir Keir Starmer being forced out of Downing Street.

AAP

UK's Starmer vows to fight after rival Burnham wins big

Labour's Andy Burnham has won a vote that paves the way for him to oust Prime Minister Keir Starmer, but the embattled British leader vows he won't go quietly.

Evening Standard

Polls close in Makerfield by-election that could decide Starmer’s future

Labour candidate Andy Burnham hopes to return to Westminster to replace Sir Keir Starmer by winning the parliamentary race.

The Guardian - UK

Plan to ban ‘private equity sharks’ from social care dropped, Wes Streeting says

Exclusive: Ex-minister accuses Labour of ‘overcautiousness’ and says his proposal was cut from manifesto

Bangkok Post

Starmer rival seeks win in UK poll pivotal to PM’s fate

ASHTON-IN-MAKERFIELD, England - Britain was holding a key local election on Thursday that could trigger the endgame for Labour leader Keir Starmer’s beleaguered premiership, or win him a reprieve.

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