"On Thursday, health secretary Wes Streeting announced his resignation from cabinet, citing a loss of confidence in the Labour leader's stewardship. It came after four junior ministers, including safeguarding minister Jess Phillips, resigned earlier this week. Here is Mr Burnham's statement in full: I can confirm that I will be requesting the permission of the NEC to stand in the Makerfield by-election."
The Independent highlights its on-the-ground reporting across issues including reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the need to separate facts from messaging. It describes support from donors as enabling journalists to speak to multiple sides and states that reporting and analysis remain accessible without paywalls. In UK politics, Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham plans to seek Labour NEC permission to stand in the Makerfield by-election after Labour MP Josh Simons agrees to step aside. Burnham aims to return to parliament and challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Starmer faces growing calls to resign after poor local election results. Health secretary Wes Streeting resigns from cabinet citing loss of confidence, following earlier resignations by four junior ministers including Jess Phillips.
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