Labour ‘set to lose three-quarters of council seats’ in next week’s elections
Labour predicted to lose 1,850 council seats in local elections, with Reform UK gaining 1,550 and Greens 500, according to polling expert Lord Hayward.
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Labour Faces Massive Losses in Local Elections
Labour loses over 1,400 council seats and devolved parliament control; Starmer under pressure to resign.
Trump Says He Will Keep Strait of Hormuz Open
Donald Trump says he will allow the Strait of Hormuz to remain open after Iran agreed to 'highest level Nuclear inspections' for 'infinity', easing the global oil crisis.
Starmer to Give Burnham Civil Service Access Immediately
PM Keir Starmer agrees to provide Andy Burnham with civil service briefings 'as soon as possible' to ease leadership transition, as Burnham returns to Commons.
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Andy Burnham Warned: Slash Tube Funding Risks London MPs
Business chiefs warn Andy Burnham not to cut Tube funding if he becomes PM, as London Labour MPs fear losing seats due to diverted investment to regions.
Andy Burnham Could Face Challenge from Two Rivals
Darren Jones and Al Carns are potential challengers for Labour leadership, possibly avoiding a coronation for Andy Burnham as next PM.
Poll: Who Should Be Chancellor in Burnham's Government?
Andy Burnham is reportedly considering several candidates for Chancellor. Vote in our poll to decide who should get the top Treasury job.
Andy Burnham Must Call General Election, Express Poll Shows
Andy Burnham should call a general election if he becomes PM, according to 96% of Express readers in a poll of 8,902 votes. Burnham's team has ruled out an early election.
Andy Burnham Must Call General Election, Express Readers Demand
Over 8,500 Express readers demand Andy Burnham call a general election if he becomes PM, following Keir Starmer's resignation. Burnham's team rules out early vote.
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Alexander Backs Burnham Leadership Bid as 'Recipe Country Needs'
Scotland's Secretary of State Douglas Alexander says Andy Burnham's experience is 'the recipe the country needs' as the former Manchester mayor launches a leadership bid for prime minister.
90% of Young Australians Better Off Under Labor Tax Reforms, Treasury Says
Treasury modelling shows 90% of young Australians benefit from Labor's tax reforms including $1,000 deduction and CGT changes.
Reform UK Makes Gains, Labour Holds Ground in Early English Local Election Results
Early English local election results show Reform UK gains, Labour holds ground, and Greens surge, with full picture awaited from Scotland and Wales.
Spencer Pratt Concedes LA Mayor Race but Vows 'War' Against Rivals
Spencer Pratt concedes LA mayoral race but vows 'war' against advancing candidates Raman and Bass, claiming damaging recordings.
Poll: Should Burnham Sack Reeves as Chancellor?
Andy Burnham may sack Chancellor Rachel Reeves if he becomes PM after Starmer's resignation. Vote in our poll on whether it's a good idea.
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Burnham Faces Labour Leadership Challenges from Jones and Carns
Andy Burnham could still face hurdles in his path to No 10 with two potential rivals for the Labour leadership considering their next moves.
California Governor Race Deadlocked as Vote Counting Continues
California governor race deadlocked with 60% of votes counted; Steve Hilton leads Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer. Other US primary results reflect midterm themes.
Cypriot Influencer Fidias Keeps EU Parliament Seat
Cypriot YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou will keep his European Parliament seat after winning a seat in Cyprus's House of Representatives.
Burnham to Give Economy Speech After Starmer Exit
Andy Burnham will deliver a speech on economic growth and fiscal rules next week, following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, positioning himself as the likely next prime minister.
Reform Support Slumps Five Points As Tories Close Gap
Reform UK support drops five points to 25% in new poll, Tories close gap to 22%, as Farage's approval hits lowest since election.
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Merseyside's Influence on the Next Prime Minister
Andy Burnham, born in Aintree, credits his Merseyside upbringing, from Everton fandom to the Hillsborough disaster, for shaping his political identity as he prepares to become Prime Minister.
Greens Overtake Labour in Polls After Historic By-Election Win
Greens overtake Labour in polls after historic by-election win, now second most popular party with 21% support.
Green Leader's Hypnotherapy Breast Claim Apology Questioned
Green leader Zack Polanski's claim of immediate apology for hypnotherapy breast claims is questioned after a 2013 BBC interview where he stood by the claims.
Welsh voters react to Starmer resignation, Burnham candidacy
Welsh voters express mixed views on Keir Starmer's resignation, with low appetite for a general election and cautious optimism about Andy Burnham as potential successor.
Gabby Logan Interrupts BBC World Cup Coverage
Gabby Logan interrupted BBC's World Cup 2026 coverage to announce Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister, leading to a BBC News Special.
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Lib Dems Urge Labour to 'Get a Grip' After Starmer Quits
Liberal Democrat MPs criticise Labour after Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, calling for an end to 'dither and delay' as the government faces a power vacuum.
Starmer Faces Leadership Challenge As Streeting And Rayner Eye Top Job
Keir Starmer faces leadership challenge as 40 Labour MPs call for him to quit, with Wes Streeting and Angela Rayner eyeing the top job.
Reeves Battles To Stay As Chancellor In Labour Shake Up
Rachel Reeves fights to remain chancellor amid Labour leadership speculation, with allies warning Ed Miliband would unsettle markets.
Burnham to Become PM After Starmer Resigns
Andy Burnham is on course to become Prime Minister within weeks after Keir Starmer resigned, paving the way for Labour's leadership contest.
Burnham Poised for Labour Leadership After Starmer Resigns
Andy Burnham is set to become Labour leader and prime minister after Sir Keir Starmer resigned, triggering a leadership contest that cleared when Wes Streeting declined to run. Burnham promises stability.
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Welsh MPs React to Starmer's Resignation
Welsh MPs express sadness and conflict as Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister, with allies praising his dignity and legacy in Wales.
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