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Wes Streeting resigns sparking fresh crisis for Starmer – what we know

The Independent·Independent Reporters·18 days ago
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Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. All News Sport Culture Lifestyle Wes Streeting resigns as health secretary Wes Streeting has resigned as health secretary, stating he had lost confidence in Sir Keir Starmer 's leadership. Streeting accused Sir Keir of lacking vision and is widely expected to mount a leadership challenge against him. Starmer has vowed to fight on as leader despite suggestions of an imminent challenge. It came after Angela Rayner , the former deputy prime minister, announced she had been cleared of deliberate wrongdoing over her tax affairs. While fellow potential leadership contender Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham cancelled a radio slot to prioritise discussions following last week's local elections.…

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