Wes Streeting insists he can win Labour leadership race despite ‘underdog’ status
Wes Streeting is launching a shadow campaign for the Labour leadership, asserting he can win despite being seen as an underdog. He warns that continuing with Keir Starmer could lead to a Reform government, similar to the situation faced by Joe Biden. Streeting outlines his government plans, including addressing social care and housing issues, while expressing confidence in his ability to gain support from Labour members.
- ▪Wes Streeting has called for Keir Starmer to resign as Labour leader.
- ▪He believes that continuing with Starmer risks a Reform government.
- ▪Streeting has outlined plans for government, including moving families out of temporary accommodation and establishing a national care service.
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Wes Streeting said drifting on with Keir Starmer as leader risked a Joe Biden situation that would usher in a Reform government. Photograph: David Levene/The GuardianView image in fullscreenWes Streeting said drifting on with Keir Starmer as leader risked a Joe Biden situation that would usher in a Reform government. Photograph: David Levene/The GuardianWes StreetingWes Streeting insists he can win Labour leadership race despite ‘underdog’ statusIn interview with Guardian, former health secretary sets out plans for government, including social care, tax and refugeesPippa Crerar political editorFri 22 May 2026 12.06 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 12.15 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleWes Streeting has insisted he can win over the Labour left, as he launches a shadow campaign for…
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