Starmer confirms Labour leadership contest timetable
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed the full timetable for his resignation as Labour leader, with nominations opening on 9 July and a new leader in place by September.
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Starmer Resigns as PM and Labour Leader
Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader, effective from July 9, with a new leader expected by September.
Starmer Resigns as PM, Exit Date June 22
Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister, announcing his exit date as June 22 after a weekend of reflection at Chequers. He will step down as Labour leader, triggering a leadership contest.
Andy Burnham Confirms Inheritance Tax and Stamp Duty Plans
Andy Burnham has confirmed plans to reform inheritance tax and stamp duty if he becomes Prime Minister, following his byelection victory that could challenge Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.
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Burnham Confirms £12,570 Tax-Free Allowance Plan for PM Bid
Andy Burnham confirms plans to raise the tax-free personal allowance to £12,570 if he becomes Prime Minister, as Sir Keir Starmer faces resignation pressure.
New Bin Collection Rules: Two New Bins for Households
From July, English households will receive two new food waste bins as part of national changes, starting with Tamworth, Lichfield, and South Staffordshire.
Martin Lewis irony over Starmer resignation
Martin Lewis points out the irony of a PM resigning after his party wins a by-election, as Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP amid Labour leadership crisis.
Burnham Plans 20% Pub Rates Cut If He Becomes PM
Andy Burnham confirms plans for a new rule for all pubs in England if he becomes Prime Minister, including a 20% cut in business rates and changes to employers' national insurance.
DWP New Powers to Check Universal Credit Bank Accounts
DWP officials have new powers to check bank accounts of Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants to detect fraud, including savings over £16,000.
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Andy Burnham confirms tax plans if he becomes PM
Andy Burnham, expected to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as PM, has confirmed he will not raise income tax, National Insurance, or VAT, and may cut employers' NI.
Starmer Expected to Resign Today, Burnham Frontrunner
Keir Starmer is expected to resign as Prime Minister today amid internal Labour pressure after Andy Burnham's landslide Makerfield win. Burnham is frontrunner to succeed.
Burnham Plans £2 Bus Fare Cap if PM
Andy Burnham plans a £2 bus fare cap nationwide if he becomes Prime Minister, aiming to boost employment and connect communities, building on his Greater Manchester success.
DWP urged to review PIP for 2,244 claimants abroad
Over 2,200 people claim PIP while living in the EU, costing UK taxpayers. Former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith urges review of the 'Costa Del Dole' rule.
Police Officer Hid Phone Under Washing Machine
A former West Midlands police officer who hid his phone under a washing machine to obstruct an investigation would have been dismissed if still serving, a disciplinary panel found.
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Starmer to Address Nation Monday Outside No 10
Sir Keir Starmer will address the nation on Monday morning from outside No 10, expected to announce his departure timetable, clearing the way for Andy Burnham to become PM.
UK Travel Warning: Bolivia State of Emergency
The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning after Bolivia declared a state of emergency on 21 June to restrict protests and roadblocks, advising against all but essential travel to several regions.
DWP Told to Review PIP for 2,244 Claimants Abroad
The DWP has been urged to review PIP for 2,244 claimants living abroad, an 86% increase since before the pandemic, with Sir Iain Duncan Smith calling for reform.
DVLA: Stop Driving After Malignant Hypertension Diagnosis
Drivers with malignant hypertension must stop driving immediately or face a £1,000 fine. The DVLA explains the rules for high blood pressure and driving.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £360 VED Charge for Vans
Vans registered after 2001 face a £360 Vehicle Excise Duty charge from April 2026, as confirmed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, with Euro 4 and Euro 5 vans paying £140.
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Extra Bank Holiday at Risk as Starmer Faces Resignation
Sir Keir Starmer's premiership is in crisis, threatening a promised bank holiday if England wins the World Cup. He may resign as early as Monday.
New £2,000 Pension Rule for Higher Earners Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' £5bn pension raid will see a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice schemes from 2029, affecting 2.9 million workers, with Treasury defending the move as fair.
Man pleads guilty to Handsworth attack on cousin
Florin Viocu, 46, punched and kicked his cousin in Rookery Road, Handsworth, after a birthday party, leaving him with a swollen eye and grazed nose. He faces jail.
Solihull planning chair slams home built with altered plans
Solihull planning committee chair Cllr Bob Grinsell criticised an applicant for building a home with changes before gaining permission, urging developers to seek approval first.
Too hot to work? UK laws on extreme heat explained
The Met Office has expanded its extreme heat warning to four days, predicting 38C in Birmingham. UK law sets no maximum workplace temperature, but employers must ensure reasonable conditions.
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Prince William at 44: Net Worth, Friends, and Family
Prince William turns 44. Explore his net worth from the Duchy of Cornwall, close friends, diet, exercise, and strained relationship with Prince Harry.
Starmer 'thinking of resigning tomorrow' as PM reports
Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly considering announcing his resignation as Labour leader tomorrow, amid mounting pressure from 100 MPs and cabinet ministers.
Trump Predicts Starmer Resignation Over Immigration and Energy
Donald Trump predicts Keir Starmer's resignation, citing failures on immigration and energy. Starmer weighs options amid Burnham's return.
UK Tourists in France Face Alcohol Ban in Heatwave
UK tourists in France are banned from ordering high-alcohol beers, fortified wines, and spirits during a severe heatwave, with restrictions along the Seine and Canal St-Martin to prevent accidents.
Met Office Extends Heat Warning as 38C Predicted in 92 Areas
The Met Office has extended its amber heat warning to four days, with 38C temperatures forecast across 92 parts of the UK, posing serious health risks and potential disruption.
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Pub Business Rates Under Review; 2,300 Face Closure
The Treasury is reviewing pub business rates after analysis shows 2,300 pubs could close by 2030. The BBPA warns of a devastating blow to communities and jobs.
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