National
Al Carns Dismisses Labour Leadership Challenge Against Burnham
•Al Carns rules out Labour leadership bid, backing Andy Burnham instead. Carns says contest would not benefit party at critical time.
9 July 2026
Section
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