- Wes Streeting resigned as Health Secretary, stating he had lost confidence in Sir Keir Starmer's leadership and calling for a party leadership contest.
- Streeting criticised the 'drift' and lack of vision within the Labour Party, stating that it was clear Sir Keir would not lead the party into the next general election.
- He attributed Labour's recent electoral difficulties partly to the 'unpopularity of this Government' and policy missteps, urging Starmer to facilitate a broad field of candidates for the leadership.
- In response, Sir Keir expressed his regret at Streeting's departure, praising his work and hoping they could still collaborate for the party's future.
- Streeting's resignation follows a period of internal turmoil and increased calls for Sir Keir to step down in the wake of Labour's recent election performance.
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