Starmer Will Not Set Timetable To Leave No 10 If Burnham Wins By Election

Sir Keir Starmer insisted he would not set out a timetable to leave No 10 as Andy Burnham vowed to “change Labour” if he is successful in his effort to return to Parliament. The Prime Minister said he still wants to lead Labour into the next general election amid calls from within the party to set out a timetable for his exit. Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham hopes to be Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election, which could […]

18 May 2026

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Burnham On Mission To Change Labour After Starmers Party Lost Voters Trust

Andy Burnham said he was seeking a return to Westminster to “change Labour” as pressure continued to mount on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Andy Burnham said he was seeking a return to Westminster to “change Labour” as pressure continued to mount on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The Greater Manchester mayor hopes to be Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election, which could provide him with a route back to Parliament to challenge for the […]

18 May 2026

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Starmer To Fight On With No Timetable For Departure Lammy Says

Sir Keir Starmer will fight on without setting a timetable for his departure, one of his most loyal Cabinet allies insisted as he urged Labour to “stop the own goals” after a week of infighting. In a stark warning to colleagues, the Prime Minister’s deputyDavidLammysaid the ruling party would lose the next general election if the “introspection” of the last 10 days continued. Speaking to broadcasters on Monday morning, MrLammyinsisted he would “100%” be campaigning for Greater Manchester […]

18 May 2026

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TUC Calls For Reform Of Personal Independent Payment Scheme

Unions are calling for reform of the personal independence payment scheme (Pip) amid new research showing the high unemployment level of disabled people. The TUC said its study showed that disabled people are more than twice as likely to be unemployed compared with non-disabled people. The union organisation submitted evidence to the Timms Review into Pip, saying that reforming the system would boost employment rates among disabled people and help them stay in […]

18 May 2026

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Nearly Two Thirds Of NHS Organisations Expect To Cut Services This Year Poll

Almost two thirds of NHS organisations have told a survey they expect to cut or reduce services this year while more than half said they expect to slash jobs. One trust chief executive warned that an “overriding focus” on finances will have repercussions on patients and staff. The health service’s “hard-won gains” in recent years are “now at risk”, according to NHS Alliance. The poll carried out by the membership body – which formed from the merger of […]

18 May 2026

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UK Holidaymakers Preparing For European Border Delays Because Of EES Poll

Nearly three out of five (59%) UK holidaymakers travelling to Europe this year expect delays linked to the EU’s entry-exit system (EES), a new survey suggests. Almost half of respondents to the poll commissioned by travel company Booking.com said they fear missing flights because of the border checks. EES involves people from third-party countries such as the UK having their fingerprints registered and photograph taken to enter the Schengen Area, which consists of 29 European […]

18 May 2026

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England Secure Fifth Consecutive Grand Slam With Victory Over France In Bordeaux

England clinched a fifth successive Grand Slam as Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach ran in two tries each in a 43-28 triumph over France in Bordeaux. Hot on the heels of last year’s World Cup triumph, the Red Roses secured their eighth consecutive Guinness Women’s Six Nations title while extending their winning run to 38 Tests. Meg Jones’ team had to fight for their victory, with France – inspired by their dynamic scrum-half Pauline Bourdon […]

17 May 2026

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Scotland Rugby Great Scott Hastings Dies Aged 61

The British and Irish Lions centre won 65 caps in an 11-year Test career that began in 1986 and was part of the most recent Scotland team to win the Grand Slam in 1990. A statement released by his son Corey and daughter Kerry-Anne revealed that he died due to complications arising from cancer treatment. Hastings announced in 2022 that he had been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. “We are saddened to inform you that Scott passed away peacefully […]

17 May 2026

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Officers At Windsor Castle Investigated Over Allegations Of Sleeping On Duty

Police officers protecting the royal family at Windsor Castle are under investigation over allegations they slept while on duty. A number of officers on protective duties from the Metropolitan Police’s Royalty and Specialist Protection team are being investigated after concerns were raised, The Sun reported. Allegations include officers leaving posts unattended and sleeping while on duty. The Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards (DPS) has launched an investigation and the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has been informed, […]

17 May 2026

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