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Politics · 13 November 2025

Starmer supports chief after reports of internal dispute

Starmer supports chief after reports of internal dispute

Sir Keir Starmer maintains confidence in chief of staff Morgan McSweeney after being assured no briefing against Health Secretary Wes Streeting came from No 10. The Prime Minister apologised to Streeting following anonymous claims he was plotting against Starmer, while vowing to deal with anyone responsible for the briefing war. Streeting dismissed the controversy as Westminster bubble politics, focusing instead on NHS improvements. However, reports suggest briefings against Streeting continued even after Starmer's apology.

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