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Wes Streeting
4 Jul 2026
Force bosses to face MPs over maternity scandal, says Streeting
Former health secretary Wes Streeting says the "cowardice" of leaders who refused to co-operate was "an insult".
4 Jul 2026
23 Jun 2026
'Burnham as PM could be good for West Midlands'
Richard Parker also believes Andy Burnham could turn around Labour's election fortunes in the region.
23 Jun 2026
17 Jun 2026
Streeting is prepared to trigger leadership race
Wes Streeting has suggested he would be prepared to trigger a Labour leadership contest to replace Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister as early as next week.
17 Jun 2026
17 Jun 2026
Streeting suggests he would be prepared to trigger leadership contest as early as next week
But the former health secretary told BBC Newsnight he would prefer for the prime minister “to take a decision on his own terms”.
17 Jun 2026
8 Jun 2026
'Lives still at risk' from unregulated baby sleep industry after BBC investigation
'Families deserve clarity about the qualifications and training of those caring for their children'
8 Jun 2026
7 Jun 2026
Starmer tells supporters he will fight any leadership contest
The prime minister's position has hardened since Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential Labour contest.
7 Jun 2026
31 May 2026
Streeting suggests NI cut and North Sea drilling
The former health secretary has been distancing himself from policies pursued by Sir Keir Starmer's government.
31 May 2026
27 May 2026
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay.
27 May 2026
26 May 2026
Starmer vows to act on social media after meeting bereaved parents
Some parents believe whether the government will take strong enough action remains to be seen.
26 May 2026
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