How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama

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SNL UK‘s cold open went in on political turmoil in the UK. With Prime Minister Keir Starmer facing a rebellion and resignation calls from within his own party, Sky’s comedy series featured leadership hopefuls gatecrashing 10 Downing Street. Wes Streeting (Jack Shep), Andy Burnham (Paddy Young), and “room for a red one” Angela Rayner (Celeste […]

How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama

Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.

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In weeks like this one, a certain quietness descends upon Downing Street. Something heavier, a sort of waiting, rather than the practiced silence of a functioning government. Employees show up earlier than normal. Aides move more quickly. The cameras outside the black door remain trained for longer than necessary, as though they anticipate an event at any time. It’s difficult to ignore it. The prime minister is still Sir Keir Starmer. That is ac…

Angela Rayner, Wes Streeting, Andy Burnham weaken UK PM in 12 hours

The actions of Rayner, Streeting, and Burnham may accelerate leadership changes, increasing political instability within the Labour Party. The post Angela Rayner, Wes Streeting, Andy Burnham weaken UK PM in 12 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.