Keir Starmer
Leader of the Opposition in the United Kingdom since 2020
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![]() Labour's Pat McFadden defends Starmer's praise of Thatcher Credit: ODN Duration: 00:41Published | |
![]() Starmer: We must take further steps to meet net zero Credit: ODN Duration: 00:48Published | |
![]() Labour hopes to be centre of green finance globally Credit: ODN Duration: 00:39Published | |
![]() Starmer arrives in Dubai for COP28 conference Credit: ODN Duration: 00:17Published | |
![]() Starmer accuses Sunak of ālosing his marblesā Credit: ODN Duration: 01:13Published | |
![]() Rishi Sunak departs Downing Street ahead of PMQs Credit: ODN Duration: 00:36Published | |
![]() Starmer, Lammy and Cooper meet Greek PM Credit: ODN Duration: 00:52Published | |
![]() Starmer and Reeves visit Thames Freeport in Essex Credit: ODN Duration: 01:44Published | |
![]() Starmer accuses Govt of 'spinning' the autumn statement Credit: ODN Duration: 01:47Published | |
![]() Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer meets South Korean President Credit: ODN Duration: 01:09Published | |
![]() Starmer: My attention is on innocent civilians in Gaza Credit: ODN Duration: 01:20Published | |
![]() Sunak and Starmer clash in Commons following Rwanda ruling Credit: ODN Duration: 01:50Published | |
![]() Labour's Pat McFadden defends Starmer's stance on Gaza Credit: ODN Duration: 00:49Published | |
![]() Labour Shadow Minister resigns in support of Gaza ceasefire Credit: ODN Duration: 01:34Published | |
![]() Starmer and Sunak go head-to-head following King's speech Credit: ODN Duration: 02:47Published | |
![]() Starmer says focus is on alleviating suffering in Gaza Credit: ODN Duration: 01:40Published | |
![]() Keir Starmer pledges to transform further education Credit: ODN Duration: 00:53Published | |
![]() Labour: Ceasefire wouldn't protect Israel from Hamas threat Credit: ODN Duration: 01:55Published | |
![]() Starmer: Labour united over Israel-Hamas ceasefire decision Credit: ODN Duration: 01:46Published | |
![]() Starmer branded a 'criminal' by pro-Palestinian protesters Credit: ODN Duration: 00:33Published | |
![]() London Mayor renews calls for Israel-Gaza ceasefire Credit: ODN Duration: 00:34Published | |
![]() Labour: Debate within party on Israel harnessed by leader Credit: ODN Duration: 01:29Published | |
![]() Starmer questioned on situation in Israel as he leaves home Credit: ODN Duration: 00:19Published | |
![]() Labour: Humanitarian pause needed now to get aid into Gaza Credit: ODN Duration: 03:41Published | |
![]() Steve Reed: Starmer's stance on Gaza is consistent Credit: ODN Duration: 03:54Published | |
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Starmer's economic plan risks him looking more Cameron tribute act than heir to Blair | Beth RigbyFor years we've all been hearing from Sir Keir Starmer about how our public services are on their knees and things need to change.ĀSky News - Published | |
Sir Keir Starmer to promise 'better bargain' for UK in major economic speechSir Keir Starmer will promise a "better bargain" for the British public in a major speech that will focus on the need for economic growth over spending.Sky News - Published | |
'Take a look at Labour again': Sir Keir Starmer tries to woo Tory votersSir Keir Starmer has launched an impassioned pitch to woo Conservative voters - urging those who feel abandoned by their party "to take a look at Labour again".Sky News - Published | |
A PM in waiting? Why Sunak is getting uptight about Starmer | Adam BoultonThe Greek prime minister's party got the call that Rishi Sunak was cancelling his meeting with Kyriakos Mitsotakis when they were on the way to talks with Sir Keir Starmer in parliament.Sky News - Published | |
'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham': UK opposition leader Keir Starmer on FTA with IndiaUK Opposition Leader Keir Starmer has compared the UK government's negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with India to the Bollywood movie 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', meaning sometimes happy,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Labour MP 'frightened' after graffiti sprayed on office following Gaza ceasefire voteA Labour MP and member of Sir Keir Starmer's shadow cabinet says she has been left "shocked", "angry" and "frightened" after her constituency office was vandalised.Sky News - Published | |
Rebellion and reshuffle could hurt Starmer and Sunak – but something else is distracting voters | Adam BoultonOne of the most quoted pieces of folk wisdom is that "voters don't like divided parties".Sky News - Published | |
Starmer 'right to be firm' on ceasefire rebels - shadow ministerSir Keir Starmer was "right to be firm" with his shadow ministers who resigned after voting for a ceasefire in the Middle East last night, according to the shadow defence secretary John Healey.Sky News - Published | |
Who are the rebel Labour MPs that resigned over the vote for a Gaza ceasefire?A wave of Labour frontbenchers have defied Sir Keir Starmer to vote for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.Sky News - Published | |
Labour's Gaza showdown could see more than a dozen resign frontbench jobsSir Keir Starmer is braced for resignations from his frontbench as he holds a difficult vote on the Israel-Gaza war.ĀSky News - Published | |
Stamer considers putting Israel-Hamas motion to Commons amid worries over party unitySir Keir Starmer is considering putting a motion to parliament on Wednesday over Labour's position on the Israel-Hamas war.Sky News - Published | |
Shadow minister resigns over Labour Israel-Hamas ceasefire rowShadow minister Imran Hussain has quit Labour's frontbench in protest at Sir Keir Starmer's position on the war between Israel and Hamas.Sky News - Published | |
Starmer attacks 'divisive brand' of Braverman - warning PM of her 'ambitions'Sir Keir Starmer has launched a scathing attack on Suella Braverman over her recent controversial remarks on homelessness - warning Rishi Sunak that "without a serious home secretary... he cannot be a..Sky News - Published | Leader of Burnley Council and 11 councillors resign from Labour Party over Starmer's Gaza ceasefire stanceThe leader of Burnley Council and 11 other councillors have resigned from the Labour Party this evening over Sir Keir Starmer's decision not to push for a ceasefire in Gaza., Sky News understands.Sky News - Published |
Starmer insists there is 'unity' in Labour as he continues to resist backing Gaza ceasefireSir Keir Starmer has insisted there is "unity" within Labour, despite demands for him to change his stance on the Israel-Hamas war and back calls for a ceasefire.Sky News - Published | Two council leaders call for Starmer to resign over Gaza ceasefire stanceThe leaders of two Labour councils in Lancashire are calling on Sir Keir Starmer to resign over his position on the conflict in the Middle East.Sky News - Published |
Ceasefire in Gaza risks more violence, Starmer expected to say in speechA permanent ceasefire in Israel and Palestine could risk more violence in the region, Sir Keir Starmer is expected to say as he defends his position on the conflict.Sky News - Published | Sadiq Khan breaks ranks with Labour to back full ceasefire in GazaSir Keir Starmer is under growing pressure to call for a ceasefire in Gaza after a string of senior Labour figures broke ranks to challenge his stance.Sky News - Published |
Starmer mocks Tories over by-election losses as Sunak defends record at PMQsSir Keir Starmer mocked Rishi Sunak over the Conservatives' two by-election defeats last week, as he pressed him on the cost of living crisis at Prime Minister's Questions.Sky News - Published | Mosque that hosted Sir Keir Starmer apologises for 'hurt and confusion' caused by visitA mosque in South Wales that hosted Sir Keir Starmer has apologised for the "hurt and confusion" caused by the visit after a backlash from some within the Muslim community.Sky News - Published |
Senior Tories fear party is in 'dying days' after by-election losses - but Starmer still believes it pays to be paranoidWhen he took over as Labour leader in 2020, Keir Starmer was sitting on the worst election defeat for the party since 1945.Sky News - Published | Starmer seeks to clarify Gaza remarks following backlash from Labour councillorsSir Keir Starmer has sought to clarify remarks he made about Israel's decision to limit supplies to Gaza after they sparked concern and even resignations among Labour councillors.Sky News - Published |
Labour overturns massive Tory majority to win Tamworth by-electionLabour has taken Tamworth from the Conservatives in a historic by-election victory for Sir Keir Starmer's party.Sky News - Published | Starmer glitter protester admits he 'crossed the line'A protester who threw glitter over Sir Keir Starmer and grabbed him ahead of his speech at the Labour Party conference has admitted he "crossed the line" and apologised.Sky News - Published |
PM won't call election 'because he thinks he'll lose', says StarmerRishi Sunak is "completely wrong" to say nobody wants a general election and won't call one now "because he thinks he'll lose", Sir Keir Starmer has said.Sky News - Published | Starmer brands glitter-throwing protester who disrupted his speech an 'idiot'Sir Keir Starmer called the protester who threw glitter over him during a speech an "idiot" but admitted the security breach "could have been a lot worse".Sky News - Published |
Glitter thrown over Starmer during speech - protester arrested over severe security breachA protester threw glitter over Sir Keir Starmer at the start of his speech to the Labour conference in a serious security breach.Sky News - Published | Keir Starmer pledges 'Britain built to last' as he eyes decade in powerSir Keir Starmer has pledged a "Britain built to last" with a new generation of towns in a major pitch to the nation about why he should be the next prime minister.Sky News - Published |
Starmer to pledge 'decade of national renewal' in key Labour conference speechSir Keir Starmer will promise the country a "decade of national renewal" if Labour gets into power at the next general election.Sky News - Published | Starmer 'ready for May election' as he warns Tories will 'go low' in fight for No 10Sir Keir Starmer said he is primed for a general election as soon as May, as he warned that the Tories will "go low" in the fight for Number 10.Sky News - Published |
Deepfake audio of Sir Keir Starmer released on first day of Labour conferenceDeepfake videos of Sir Keir Starmer have been posted on the first day of Labour Party conference in a move that underlines the threat posed by deepfake technology and AI in UK politics.Sky News - Published | Nursing union pours cold water over Starmer overtime planNursing union leaders have criticised Sir Keir Starmer's plan to cut waiting lists by encouraging staff to work overtime - saying "too often the NHS runs on the goodwill of staff".Sky News - Published |
Starmer cannot afford to be 'boring' – Labour has to show it's shifted into top gear towards election winLabour's smashing victory in the Rutherglen and West Hamilton by-election is just the boost Sir Keir Starmer was hoping for as he heads to his party conference, where he wants to cement his image as a..Sky News - Published | Starmer kicks off conference with a by-election boost - but he knows he must avoid slip ups at all costThis Labour Party conference will feel different.Sky News - Published |
Labour the 'party of change', says Starmer after Scottish by-election winLabour is the "party of change", leader Sir Keir Starmer declared, after its victory in the by-election in Scotland.Sky News - Published | 'Most pressing issue of our time': Starmer criticises PM for failing to mention cost of living crisisSir Keir Starmer has criticised Rishi Sunak for failing to address the rising cost of living in his party conference speech after Sky News revealed how families are struggling to afford baby formula.Sky News - Published |
Starmer insists UK will not be a 'rule-taker' after backlash over stance on EUSir Keir Starmer has insisted he will not allow the UK to become a "rule-taker" after his comments suggesting he did not want to diverge from EU rules sparked criticism.Sky News - Published | 'We don't want to diverge' from EU, says StarmerSir Keir Starmer has declared "we don't want to diverge" from EU rules in footage of a conference of centre-left leaders in Canada seen by Sky News.Sky News - Published |
Paris appears to be very open to the prospect of a Starmer governmentStepping on to the red carpet at the Elysee Palace, shaking hands with the French President Emmanuel Macron.Sky News - Published | Starmer and Macron exchange gifts as they meet for first timeSir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have exchanged gifts as they met for the first time.Sky News - Published |
Starmer sets his sights on closer relationship with Europe if Labour win next electionLabour will look to build a closer trading relationship with the EU if it wins the next election, Sir Keir Starmer has said.Sky News - Published | Will Lampedusa make it harder for Starmer's hard migrant rhetoric to pay off?Turning the policy spotlight to immigration will always be a risk for a Labour leader, and this week's announcement proved no different.Sky News - Published |
Sir Keir Starmer fails to rule out tax burden rise under LabourSir Keir Starmer has refused to guarantee the tax burden - currently the largest since the Second World War - Ā would not increase under Labour.Sky News - Published | Starmer rejects 'nonsense' claims that Labour immigration plans would increase asylum seeker numbersSir Keir Starmer has described Conservative Party claims that Labour's plans on immigration would increase asylum seeker numbers as "nonsense".Sky News - Published |
Starmer to name four major threats as he warns West faces 'axis of instability'The West is facing an "axis of instability", Sir Keir Starmer is to warn during a summit in Canada this weekend.Sky News - Published | A general election isn't far away - and Labour need to make Sir Keir Starmer look like a PM | Adam BoultonWith the arrival of autumn, the Labour Party is shifting into pre-election mode.Sky News - Published |
Starmer compared to Ken from Barbie film in unusual Commons jibeA Tory minister has compared Sir Keir Starmer to "beach Ken" in the blockbuster film Barbie, while hitting out at the Labour leader's record.Sky News - Published | Starmer pledges to 'smash gangs and secure borders' as he launches security planLabour is unveiling its security plans for government on Thursday, promising to treat criminal gangs who smuggle people in small boats "on a par" with the threats of climate change, hostile foreign..Sky News - Published |
Starmer brands Sunak 'Inaction Man' as he attacks PM on prisons and schoolsSir Keir Starmer has branded Rishi Sunak "Inaction Man" over problems facing the UK's schools and prisons.Sky News - Published | Union chiefs say Starmer's vision 'not bold enough' to lead Britain out of 'crisis'Union leaders have urged Sir Keir Starmer to be bolder with his vision for the country if he wants to win the next election and lead Britain out of decline.Sky News - Published |