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From Parliament to prison - the fall of Jeffrey Donaldson
Jeffrey Donaldson's career took him from the UUP to the DUP leadership, but he now faces a prison sentence after being convicted of child sex abuse. Newsi...
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Moment Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP
Cheers erupted in the House of Commons as Andy Burnham entered to be sworn in as an MP. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and link...
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Members of the public react as Starmer resigns
People in York and Manchester share their views as Keir Starmer stands down as the leader of the Labour Party. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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Watch: Burnham says he will stand to replace Starmer
Andy Burnham says he will run to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister following his resignation. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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Sir Keir Starmer's premiership in six charts
BBC Verify looks at the record of Sir Keir's time in government in six key areas since he took office in July 2024. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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'Keir Starmer always had the best intentions and I wish him the best'
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says he is "proud" of his work with Sir Keir Starmer after the prime minister announced he would resign. Newsiline summ...
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British PM resignations over the last decade
From Cameron to Starmer: A look back at all the prime minister resignations outside Downing Street in the last decade. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Sarwar 'proud' of work with Starmer despite resignation call
The Scottish Labour leader was the first major party figure to call for the prime minister to quit. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Polit...
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Welsh first minister wants 'new relationship' with Westminster after Starmer quits
Rhun ap Iorwerth set out demands to the PM's successor, while Welsh MPs say they back his resignation. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Po...
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Keir Starmer - then and now
A look back at Kier Starmer's first speech outside number 10 in 2024, compared to his resignation speech today. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Former Kenyan justice minister blocked from entering Uganda, lawyers' body says
Martha Karua is a lawyer representing detained Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye who is on trial for treason. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Podium and speakers placed on Downing Street
Podium and speakers are carried out of No. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the original publisher for the f...
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Watch: PM's emotional tribute to his wife and children
Sir Keir Starmer resigned as PM and leader of the Labour party in a statement outside No. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and li...
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Burnham 'honoured' to be sworn in as MP
Andy Burnham confirms he will run to replace Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader and PM. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links...
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How does a leadership contest work?
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as leader of the Labour party - what happens next? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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BBC political team reflects on 'extraordinary moment'
Thoughts from the BBC's political team on an eventful morning in Downing Street. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links reade...
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A look back at Keir Starmer's political career
The BBC's political correspondent Joe Pike outlines the highs and lows of his premiership. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and l...
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation speech in full
Sir Keir announces he will be step down as Labour leader and PM in a Downing Street address. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Watch Starmer's resignation speech in full
Sir Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister and leader of the Labour Party, in a statement outside 10 Downing Street. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Watch: Moment PM says he will step down
Keir Starmer announces his decision to quit in a speech outside No 10. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the...
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Keir Starmer announces his resignation as prime minister and Labour Party leader
Sir Keir delivered a statement to announce his planned departure from Downing Street. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and lin...
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Andy Burnham: Who is the man who may be the next PM?
A look back at the career of the man dubbed the 'King of the North', Andy Burnham. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links rea...
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Minister: PM is thinking about how to respond
Baroness Jacqui Smith speaks about the prime minister and claims from US President Donald Trump that he will resign. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows
Lawyer and businessman Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who said the preliminary count was "not yet offic...
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Chris Mason on the draining of the PM's authority
Watch analysis from BBC political editor Chris Mason. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the original publishe...
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People voted for me in spite of Starmer, says Jess Phillips
The Labour MP says the prime minister would be the "first to admit" her constituents did not vote for him. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Starmer reflecting on political reality as he considers future, says ally
Cabinet minister Peter Kyle says the PM is "mindful of the interests of the country" amid calls for him to quit. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Signs grow that Starmer will set out timetable to resign as mood in government shifts
The BBC's Henry Zeffman and Nick Eardley on the mood in government as speculation grows about the prime minister's departure. Newsiline summarises this re...
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'Uncertainty costs us', says former top civil servant
Former top civil servant Simon Case says uncertainty over the country's leadership costs it money. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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Colombia's escalating, brutal internal conflict is defining its presidential election
A left-wing senator who backs talks with armed gangs faces an outsider endorsed by Trump. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and...
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Bolivian president declares state of emergency
The move comes after weeks of anti-government protests that have caused a shortage of basic goods in Bolivia. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Why candidates dress up and run in major UK elections
Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition. Newsiline summarises thi...
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PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit
The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Burnham 'hard act to follow' for new mayor - locals
As Andy Burnham becomes MP for Makerfield, Greater Manchester reacts to his departure as mayor. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics...
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Tories win seats from Reform at Essex by-elections
Former Rochford District Council leader Danielle Belton quickly returns to local politics. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and l...
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Historic by-election win sends message to Labour and SNP, says Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch hailed the Scottish Conservatives' first by-election win since 1973, after the party took Aberdeen South from the SNP. Newsiline summarises...