Politics
Andy Burnham Elected PM: Labour's New Direction
•Andy Burnham becomes Britain's seventh PM in a decade after securing Labour leadership landslide. Discover what's inside the 17 July Guardian Weekly edition.
16 July 2026
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Labour Party Leadership
National
Starmer Steps Down as Labour Leader: New PM Race Unfolds
•Sir Keir Starmer announces departure as Labour leader, triggering contest for new prime minister. Latest updates on UK political transition.
23 June 2026
Politics
Starmer to Announce Exit Plan, Paving Way for Burnham PM
•Keir Starmer expected to announce his departure timetable Monday, allowing Andy Burnham to become prime minister without contest by autumn.
21 June 2026