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From fears to regrets, an emotional Keir Starmer reveals what drives him

The Labour leader is often accused of lacking passion and personality. But, sitting down with editor-in-chief Geordie Greig days before the general election, Starmer ranged from welling up to barely suppressing anger as he revealed the motivation that has delivered him to the cusp of power – and his fears…

The Independent UK

The Tories are terrified of a Labour ‘supermajority’ – but there are reasons for Labour supporters to be wary too

A landslide victory for Starmer could lead to hubris and division. For Conservatives, it’s an existential question, says Guardian columnist Andy Beckett

The Guardian - UK

Tory blame game already begins with a week to go before polling day

Exclusive: Nadine Dorries has broken the Tory public silence on who is to blame for what many expect to be a historically bad defeat next week

The Independent UK

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Who is Keir Starmer, the Labour leader favored to win Britain’s July 4 election?

Critics say British Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is dutiful, managerial and a bit dull

The Independent UK

After 14 years in opposition, Labour’s cabinet will be inexperienced – is that a problem?

It’s 100 years since the Labour party took office for the first time, back then with a minority government. Now, in 2024, it looks set to win an election with what will possibly the largest majority in history.

The Conversation

Election 2024: these are the races to watch

As the country gears up for the election, all eyes are on the bellwether constituencies that historically reflect the broader national mood.

The Conversation

OPINION - Labour's private school tax raid may cost as well as win it seats

Depending on who you ask, New Labour died in June 2007, when Tony Blair stood down as prime minister, or September 2010, when Ed Miliband was elected leader. Except, neither is quite right, in that the real demise can be pinpointed to May 2008, at the Crewe and Nantwich by-election.

Evening Standard

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Labour wants to ‘take back our streets’: Will this help people affected by crime?

Experts say Keir Starmer’s plans to cut serious crime levels are ambitious. The party also hopes to restore faith in the criminal justice system but with limited extra resources

The Guardian - UK

JK Rowling comments on Labour's transgender rights stance 'sad and depressing', says Wes Streeting

Wes Streeting said he was left feeling ‘sad’ after the Harry Potter author criticised his party for ‘abandoning women’

Evening Standard

Starmer’s Labour has one vital strength: a shadow cabinet with real government experience

An incoming Labour cabinet would have the advantage of not having to learn on the job, says political economist Andrew Hindmoor

The Guardian - UK

Alastair Campbell on why politics matters to children

Tony Blair’s former spokesman tells Lisa Salmon politics touches every part of young people’s lives and he’s keen to get them involved.

The Independent UK

Who’s funding the forthcoming election? From supermarket heirs to entrepreneurs

Individual donors have been dwindling in their support of the Tories and flocking to Labour – with some even switching sides

The Independent UK

‘It will be a very big moment’: can Labour revisit Brexit – and heal bitter divisions with Europe?

European leaders will welcome a prime minister Starmer – and a new government will need the EU for its growth and security agenda. But it’s not going to be easy

The Guardian - UK

This timid ‘Ming vase’ strategy won’t turn Labour into a dynasty

Caution is understandable, but, if elected, Starmer and Reeves will need to make bold decisions on investment and Europe

The Guardian - UK

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JK Rowling at war with Labour over ‘abandoning’ women on transgender rights

WRITER JK Rowling has criticised Labour for “abandoning” women concerned about transgender rights ...

Evening Standard

JK Rowling accuses Labour of ‘abandoning’ women over transgender rights

The Harry Potter author said she would struggle to vote for Labour and leader Sir Keir Starmer.

The Guardian - UK

‘You asked me questions I’ve never asked myself’: Keir Starmer’s most personal interview yet

There are 12 days to go until the general election and the Labour leader is closing in on power. But who exactly is the man hoping to run Britain?

Evening Standard

Chappell Roan's Google 'Easter egg': 'your favourite artist's favourite artist' takes over search engine

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Evening Standard

Jeremy Corbyn: Keir Starmer will win on an anti-Tory vote, not a pro-Labour one

Jeremy Corbyn tells the Standard Keir Starmer should admit he helped write his manifestos, he still talks to Angela Rayner, and what he wishes he’d done differently as Labour leader

Evening Standard

Boris Johnson announces release date for his memoir 'Unleashed'

“Stand by for my thoughts on Britain’s future to explode over the publishing world like a much-shaken bottle of champagne.”

The Conversation

Tony Blair sold the UK on a vision for the future. Can Keir Starmer do the same to return Labour to power?

When British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced the UK general election outside 10 Downing Street in the pouring rain last month, the ignominy of the moment was compounded by the sound of a protester playing “Things Can Only Get Better” by D:Ream.

The Conversation

Will Labour’s plans deliver for NHS dentistry?

Access to NHS dentistry is one of the top four issues ahead of the forthcoming 2024 general election, according to a recent YouGov survey. This level of public concern has clearly filtered through to the main political parties, with dentistry included in each of the manifestos.

The Independent UK

Your Farage questions answered – from running for PM in 2029 to why Reform leader gets ‘so much airtime’

Our political editor David Maddox hosted a Q&A session with Independent readers who wanted further insight on the Reform leader’s campaign plans

The Conversation

This is billed as a ‘change’ election – but Britain’s electoral system means hardly any seats are true multi-party contests

With all polls pointing in the same direction, the 2024 election will deliver seismic change. It is being seen as a contest that will practically wipe out one party and deliver a large majority to another. But the reality for most of the voting public will feel quite different, at…

The Guardian - UK

Washington Post accuses incoming editor of using work of ‘blagger’

Article in US paper claims Robert Winnett, due to join from Telegraph, used material from self-described ‘thief’

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