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A 'bruising week' for Sir Keir and 'Order Andrew to give evidence'

A 'bruising week' for Sir Keir and 'Order Andrew to give evidence'

Summary

The article reports on challenges faced by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including expected election losses and calls for his removal by some party members. It also covers other UK political issues such as pressure on Prince Andrew to testify in a US investigation and debates about the UK potentially rejoining the European Union.

Key Facts

  • Sir Keir Starmer says he will keep fighting to win the next UK election despite a difficult week.
  • Analysts expect the Labour Party to lose many council seats in local elections on May 7.
  • Some Labour members, including former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, want Starmer removed as leader.
  • Starmer failed to record a 2025 meeting with the tech firm Palantir and Lord Mandelson, which could break rules requiring transparency.
  • Campaigners urge King Charles III to order Prince Andrew to give sworn testimony in a US investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock predicts the UK may rejoin the EU in the future, breaking past political taboos.
  • Nine ex-pilots of the Red Arrows want the British jet team to continue flying UK-made planes.
  • The UK reality TV show "I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!" finale was marked by a heated live final and contestant-host clashes.
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