National
Cleverly Steps Down from Shadow Cabinet to Pursue London Mayor Campaign
•James Cleverly resigns from shadow cabinet role to focus on London mayoral race. Learn about his political transition and ambitions for 2028.
30 August 2026
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Party Leadership
National
Burnham Charts Bold New Direction as Labour's Next UK Leader
•Burnham unveils transformative vision for Labour government in pivotal Friday speech, signaling fresh path forward before taking office next week as new Prime M...
17 July 2026
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
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
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