Wes Streeting also resigns as health secretary, saying he has lost confidence in Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership. ...
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Four key excerpts from Streeting’s resignation letterFour key excerpts from Streeting’s resignation letter
He quits as health secretary after days of speculation that he is preparing to launch a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer. ...
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Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced his resignation from government. ...
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