Henry Zeffman: Keir Starmer fights back for now
Posted on Tuesday May 12, 2026

The prime minister told the Cabinet a leadership contest had not been triggered, and that he wouldn't be resigning.

Jess Phillips's resignation letter in full
Posted on Tuesday May 12, 2026

The prominent Labour MP has resigned as safeguarding minister over Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

At a glance: Starmer grapples with leadership crisis
Posted on Tuesday May 12, 2026

The prime minister is fighting to stay on in No 10 as heavy election losses trigger a Labour revolt.

Watch: Reporters shout questions at ministers leaving No 10
Posted on Tuesday May 12, 2026

Several ministers were met with a barrage of questions about the PM's future after leaving a cabinet meeting.

BBC unmasks key people smuggler in network behind most small boat crossings
Posted on Tuesday May 12, 2026

The 28-year-old Iraqi Kurd has evaded arrest by operating under the alias “Kardo Ranya”.