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.

'Crisis in Great Britain!' Global media reacts to Starmer's fight for survival
Posted on Tuesday May 12, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer's fight for survival after a dismal set of elections last week is receiving coverage across the globe.