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Starmer reflecting on political reality as he considers future, says ally
Key takeaways
- Paul Seddon Political reporter Reuters Sir Keir Starmer is reflecting on the "political realities" he now faces, a cabinet ally of the prime minister has said, in a sign he is contemplating stepping down.
- Business Secretary Peter Kyle told the BBC that any decision he makes "will always be about what's in the best interest of the country", while referencing the "chaos" of leadership challenges under the Tories.
- Calls for the PM to set out an exit timetable have grown after Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield by-election mean he can now challenge Sir Keir for the Labour leadership.
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Paul Seddon Political reporter Reuters Sir Keir Starmer is reflecting on the "political realities" he now faces, a cabinet ally of the prime minister has said, in a sign he is contemplating stepping down.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle told the BBC that any decision he makes "will always be about what's in the best interest of the country", while referencing the "chaos" of leadership challenges under the Tories.
Calls for the PM to set out an exit timetable have grown after Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield by-election mean he can now challenge Sir Keir for the Labour leadership.
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