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BBC Politics21 Jun 2026

Signs grow that Starmer will set out timetable to resign as mood in government shifts

The BBC's Henry Zeffman and Nick Eardley on the mood in government as speculation grows about the prime minister's departure.

BBC Politics21 Jun 2026

'Uncertainty costs us', says former top civil servant

Former top civil servant Simon Case says uncertainty over the country's leadership costs it money.

BBC Politics20 Jun 2026

Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast

After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

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BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

Why candidates dress up to run in major UK elections

Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition.

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BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

UK's top data and AI regulator quits after 'inappropriate' humour

Edwards has been the boss of the data watchdog since January 2022, and said he had made inappropriate attempts at humour.

Defence
BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

UK's top data and AI regulator quits after 'inappropriate' humour

Edwards has been the boss of the data watchdog since January 2022, and said he had made inappropriate attempts at humour.

Defence
BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit

The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable.

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BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

Burnham 'hard act to follow' for new mayor - locals

As Andy Burnham becomes MP for Makerfield, Greater Manchester reacts to his departure as mayor.

BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

Tories win seats from Reform at Essex by-elections

Former Rochford District Council leader Danielle Belton quickly returns to local politics.

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BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

Henry Zeffman: What does Keir Starmer do next after Andy Burnham's Makerfield win?

Discussion about the prime minister's future ramps up after Makerfield by-election.

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BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

The key figures in Andy Burnham's inner circle

The MPs and advisers likely to be influential if Burnham succeeds in gaining the keys to Number 10.

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BBC Politics19 Jun 2026

The key figures in Andy Burnham's inner circle

The MPs and advisers likely to be influential if Burnham succeeds in gaining the keys to Number 10.

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