Politics · 12 May 2026
Starmer notes no rival has declared formal challenge
Keir Starmer told ministers at Tuesday's cabinet meeting that no potential rival had formally announced a leadership bid, according to Bloomberg. The remark referred to Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, both seen as likely successors but yet to publicly enter a contest. Burnham would also need to win a parliamentary seat before being able to challenge for the leadership.
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