Starmer faces leadership rebellion

The rebellion intensified following the resignation of Health Secretary Wes Streeting, who delivered a blistering assessment of Starmer's 'vacuum' of leadership.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that a leadership contest would 'plunge the country into chaos,' but her intervention has failed to stem the tide of dissent.

Former leader Jeremy Corbyn noted that it may soon be 'Angela Rayner or no-one' facing Starmer in a formal challenge.

The Prime Minister has vowed to fight on, but his authority appears increasingly fragile as prominent party members jockey for position.