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All eyes on Makerfield
Andy Burnham must win a tricky by-election before he can challenge the Prime Minister.

Wes Streeting resigns
Health secretary says he has lost confidence in the prime minister's leadership.

King's Speech overshadowed by leadership turmoil
Keir Starmer meets potential leadership rival Wes Streeting at No10.

Chaos and confusion in Downing Street
Minister Jess Phillips resigns, as the prime minister tells the cabinet he will stay on.

11/05/2026
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Big wins for Reform, big losses for Labour
One veteran Labour MP tells us Keir Starmer should quit. The PM says he will fight on.

Deal or no deal between US and Iran?
US President says agreement "very possible", key Iranian calls it "an American wish list".

Political parties sprint for the line
It's the last full day of campaigning for elections in England, Scotland and Wales.

Who has the upper hand in Hormuz?
US claims the "lane is clear" after Iran insists "we have not even begun yet".

Confusion in the Strait of Hormuz
US denies an Iranian claim that it hit an American warship trying to enter the waterway.