Starmer quits as Labour leader and paves way for contest for new prime minister
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

Sir Keir delivered a statement to announce his planned departure from Downing Street.

Chris Mason: Questions multiply for the man tipped to replace Starmer
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

Andy Burnham will have to set out his stall to show how he will deliver on his promises, the BBC's political editor writes.

UK set for hottest June day on record as searing heat continues
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

Heatwave conditions intensify across parts of England and Wales as the Met Office issues a rare red warning for extreme heat.

Can you refuse to work or send your kids to school during a heatwave?
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

As temperatures increase significantly over the next few days, these are your rights.

US eases oil sanctions as Iran denies Vance claim on nuclear inspectors
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

Iran's foreign ministry says it made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections after talks in Switzerland.