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UK PM Keir Starmer warns Labour against ‘chaos’ amid leadership challenge speculation
Updated On: 14 May, 2026 08:58 AM IST | London | mid-day online correspondent
Pressure on Starmer has increased sharply since Labour’s underwhelming showing in last week’s local elections, which triggered criticism from sections of the party and renewed concerns over the government’s political direction

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Pic/AFP
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that any attempt to remove him as leader would push the Labour Party into “chaos,” amid growing speculation over a possible leadership challenge following the party’s disappointing performance in recent local elections, reported IANS.
Starmer’s remarks came as internal tensions within the Labour Party intensified, with reports suggesting that some senior leaders and affiliated unions are openly discussing the possibility of a leadership transition ahead of the next general election, reported IANS.
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