UK leadership crisis: 'Starmer is a lame duck prime minister,' says former Labour adviser

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18 May 2026 • 5:10 PM MYT
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Read moreWho are possible contenders in the UK Labour Party leadership race?

Former health secretary Wes Streeting has said he would stand in any leadership contest, while Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, is plotting a return to parliament after confirming he will stand in the Makerfield by-election.

To discuss the unfolding events, FRANCE 24's Gavin Lee is joined by Karl Hansen, former Labour adviser and political writer for Tribune Magazine.

Produced by Gavin Lee, Alessandro Xenos, Andrew Hilliar, Guillaume Gougeon and Daniel Whittington.

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