Starmer Faces Challenge After Local Elections
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 07:58 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Sir Keir Starmer could face a serious challenge to his authority after next week's local elections, with several Labour MPs reportedly considering leadership bids. Rayner, Streeting and Burnham are favourites to replace him.
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