Wes Streeting, the UK's Health Secretary, announced his candidacy for Labour Party leadership and pledged to rejoin the European Union if elected. This marks a significant policy shift, as the current Labour government under Keir Starmer has not pursued EU membership, and Streeting's entry adds another candidate to what is expected to be a contested leadership race.

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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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