Starmer's future remains uncertain

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership is under intense scrutiny as a major political crisis unfolds within the Labour Party.

Downing Street issued a blunt statement affirming that Starmer has no plans to quit, even as cabinet divisions emerge over the appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson as U.S. ambassador.

The controversy has been fueled by the sudden sacking of senior civil servant Olly Robbins, which some MPs have described as a 'knee-jerk' reaction.

With local elections approaching, some party members are reportedly pushing for Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to be positioned as a potential successor.