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Watch: Keir Starmer's message of defiance to his own party

BBC Politics · May 12, 2026, 10:17 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • The prime minister tells the cabinet he will get on with governing in the face of growing calls for him to resign.
  • The BBC's Henry Zeffman says Keir Starmer is putting out a "tough message" to Labour MPs that no leadership challenge has been triggered.
  • 'What is the height of the London Eye?' minister askedMigration minister Mike Tapp is unable to answer one of the questions on the UK citizenship test.

Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.

The prime minister tells the cabinet he will get on with governing in the face of growing calls for him to resign.

The BBC's Henry Zeffman says Keir Starmer is putting out a "tough message" to Labour MPs that no leadership challenge has been triggered.

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