UK leadership contenders expected to launch bids to unseat prime minister after days of maneuvering
Summary
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a leadership challenge within his Labour Party after recent election losses. Health Secretary Wes Streeting is expected to announce a bid to replace him, while former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has resolved tax issues and may also run.Key Facts
- Wes Streeting, the Health Secretary, plans to announce a leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
- Angela Rayner has cleared tax questions that caused her to leave the Cabinet and said she is ready to participate in any leadership contest.
- Labour Party suffered significant losses in recent local and regional elections.
- These losses have increased pressure on Starmer, with some party members calling for change.
- Starmer warns that a leadership battle could cause chaos and wants the government to focus on issues like the cost of living and the Middle East conflict.
- The UK economy grew by 0.6% in the first quarter of the year, improving from 0.2% growth in the previous quarter.
- Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said economic growth will help fund public services and support for people affected by the high cost of living.
- Starmer's government struggles with a slow economy and high inflation, slowing progress on campaign promises made two years ago.
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