Former UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces bid to replace Starmer
Former UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting has declared his intention to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership. He emphasized the importance of strengthening relations with Europe and suggested the possibility of rejoining the EU in the future. Streeting's announcement comes ahead of a potential election.
- ▪Wes Streeting is running against Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership.
- ▪He advocates for a new special relationship with the EU.
- ▪Streeting has mentioned the possibility of the UK rejoining the EU.
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Toggle PlayFormer UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces bid to replace StarmerNewsFeedFormer UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces bid to replace StarmerFormer UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced he will run against Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour leader if an election is to take place. Streeting voiced strong support for rebuilding ties with Europe, saying the UK should pursue “a new special relationship” with the EU and potentially rejoin the bloc in the future.Published On 18 May 202618 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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