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Streeting allies call for unity amid reports Cabinet colleagues want him sacked

On Tuesday, Cabinet ministers pressed for Wes Streeting's removal, citing his outspoken public pronouncements amid a Downing Street briefing war targeting his ambitions to succeed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
Streeting previously voiced concerns about the government's direction and criticised a `toxic culture` in No 10, and told a conference on Tuesday to `get it right first time` amid government U-turns.
A Health Secretary's spokesperson called the timing of the latest briefing `incredibly stupid` as it broke during Reform UK and The Conservatives' rivalry, while allies of Wes Streeting cited recent NHS improvements and urged unity behind his work.
Allies of Wes Streeting urged unity after sacking reports emerged, while one minister suggested Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer learn from Kemi Badenoch, Tory leader, on rapid personnel moves.
The dispute fuels speculation that Streeting is manoeuvring for higher office, with some Cabinet ministers convinced he aims to become prime minister amid Reform UK and Conservative Party rivalry.

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