Politics · 15 May 2026
Wes Streeting's friends say he'll try to be leader
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A future Labour leadership contest could see Wes Streeting as a challenger, according to his supporters. His allies confirm he plans to run and insist he has the backing of 81 Labour MPs, which is the number needed to start a contest. This follows his resignation from government, though a former party adviser doubts he has enough support.
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