UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting Resigns, Accusing PM Starmer of Leadership Failure

British Health Secretary Wes Streeting has resigned from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s cabinet, citing a loss of confidence in the Prime Minister's leadership. In his resignation letter, Streeting accused Starmer of creating a 'vacuum instead of vision' and failing to set a clear direction for the country. This move intensifies the ongoing leadership crisis within the Labour government, with Streeting hoping to trigger a broader exodus of cabinet members. Currently, 90 Labour MPs are demanding Starmer's immediate resignation or an orderly succession plan, while 150 supporters argue that a leadership contest would cause national chaos. Although Streeting initially hoped Starmer would step down voluntarily, he is now preparing to challenge for the party leadership, having reportedly secured the necessary nominations. Meanwhile, Starmer’s position received some reinforcement from positive economic growth data and the clearance of potential rival Angela Rayner from tax evasion allegations. However, major trade unions have also called for a limit on Starmer’s term, citing devastating recent election results and a failure to deliver promised changes for working people.