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UK PM Starmer battles for political survival in pivotal speech as gilt yields rise

CNBC · May 11, 2026, 9:22 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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  • British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to "face up to the big challenges" facing the U.K. in a make-or-break speech on Monday, amid mounting pressure on his leadership.
  • Starmer cited growth, national defense, the U.K.'s relationship with Europe and energy needs as key issues that must be tackled urgently, in an attempt to convince Labour Party colleagues to keep him in the job.

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to "face up to the big challenges" facing the U.K. in a make-or-break speech on Monday, amid mounting pressure on his leadership.

Starmer cited growth, national defense, the U.K.'s relationship with Europe and energy needs as key issues that must be tackled urgently, in an attempt to convince Labour Party colleagues to keep him in the job.

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