UK Labour Party

Ahead of likely exit, UK’s Reeves defends record and stresses stability

How Andy Burnham will approach defence is a topic of intense speculation, as Westminster prepares for him to assume leadership of the governing Labour Party.

UK defence plan leaves US$6.5 billion hole in Burnham’s first Budget

It is unclear how much Andy Burnham's popularity in north-west England, home to Manchester, will extend to other areas of the UK.

Andy Burnham wants change to define his leadership

Andy Burnham is widely expected to emerge victorious from a contest next month for the leadership of both the governing Labour Party and the country.

Burnham to flesh out economic plan as chancellor pick looms

Newly-elected Makerfield MP and former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham leaves for London, in Manchester, Britain, June 22, 2026.

UK’s Streeting backs Andy Burnham to replace Starmer as PM

(From left) British PM Keir Starmer and his wife Victoria, return to 10 Downing Street, after making a statement outside in London, Britain, June 22, 2026.

A decade of chaos: Britain prepares for seventh prime minister

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s unpopularity was laid bare by his Labour Party’s heavy losses in local elections in May.

UK PM Starmer to decide political future as more lawmakers call for him to step aside

The threat to Keir Starmer’s (left) position increased sharply on Jun 19 when his rival Andy Burnham (right) won a seat in parliament.

Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the job