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UK's Starmer vows to prove doubters wrong and stay in power
Starmer said Labour will be better and bolder after around 40 MPs called for a leadership change following heavy local election losses.
- On Monday, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer vowed to "face up to the big challenges" as he battles to save his premiership following dire election results in Scotland, Wales, and English councils.
- Following Thursday's voting, around 40 Labour MPs called for leadership change after the party suffered heavy losses to Reform, the Green Party, the SNP, and Plaid Cymru.
- Backbencher Catherine West may seek 81 nominations for a leadership challenge if she remains "dissatisfied" after Starmer's speech, aiming to force the Cabinet to move against him.
- Business Secretary Peter Kyle noted that Streeting will "have my support" in Monday's speech, dismissing speculation about an imminent leadership bid by potential rivals.
- Ahead of the King's Speech, Starmer will outline his "10-year project" for Britain, pledging his government will be defined by rebuilding relations with Europe to strengthen the economy and defence.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to prove his doubters wrong as he faces calls to step down after poor local election results for his Labour Party. Starmer said Monday he would tackle big challenges, restore hope and rebuild Britain's…
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