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Health Secretary Wes Streeting has resigned from Sir Keir Starmer's government, citing criticisms of the Prime Minister's leadership in his resignation letter. The departure creates uncertainty within the government and raises questions about potential leadership challenges ahead, while Streeting will receive a £17,000 severance payment.

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Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, has been permitted to stand as Labour's candidate in the Makerfield by-election. Health Secretary Wes Streeting publicly supported Burnham's candidacy for the seat.

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James Murray has been appointed as the new health secretary, replacing Wes Streeting who resigned from the position. The appointment comes as part of a government reshuffle and represents a significant change in the department's leadership during a period when the UK's healthcare system faces substantial operational challenges.

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The UK has joined a European agreement to establish processing hubs in third countries for asylum seekers whose claims are rejected, aimed at expediting deportations of migrants who enter illegally. The deal reflects efforts by participating nations to reduce irregular migration crossings and streamline removal procedures through coordinated international cooperation.

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The UK government has banned 11 individuals it identified as far-right agitators from entering the country ahead of a planned Tommy Robinson rally scheduled for this weekend. The action represents the government's effort to prevent potential disorder and maintain public safety during the planned demonstration.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are producing a film for Netflix based on a best-selling Afghanistan memoir. The project represents their continued expansion into documentary and narrative filmmaking through their production deal with the streaming platform.

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