'I'll be standing': Wes Streeting sets out hopes for Labour leadership race – video
Wes Streeting has announced his intention to run for the Labour leadership if a contest is initiated. He emphasized the need for a 'proper contest' that is focused on ideas and good-natured discussions. This announcement follows his recent resignation as health secretary.
- ▪Wes Streeting confirmed he will stand for Labour leadership if a race is triggered.
- ▪He called for a contest that is good-natured and focused on ideas.
- ▪Streeting recently resigned from his position as health secretary.
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1:50Labour'I'll be standing': Wes Streeting sets out hopes for Labour leadership race – videoWes Streeting called for a 'proper contest' to replace Keir Starmer and confirmed he would stand if the race was triggered. Speaking after resigning as health secretary this week, Streeting said he hoped the contest for the Labour leadership would be 'good-natured' and 'focused on ideas' Wes Streeting confirms he will stand if Labour leadership race is triggered Source: ReutersSat 16 May 2026 12.01 EDTLast modified on Sat 16 May 2026 12.08 EDTShareExplore more on these topicsLabourWes StreetingLabour party leadershipKeir StarmerAndy Burnham
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