Tories predict 'summer of chaos' in UK
The United Kingdom’s Conservative Party is forecasting months of “chaos” as Prime Minister Keir Starmer prepares to resign, saying the premier is “definitely not in power” while his presumed successor prepares to jump in his grave.
TL;DR
- Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch forecasts a "summer of chaos" with Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigning and Andy Burnham positioning himself as the next leader.
- Badenoch criticizes Starmer for being "definitely not in power" and Burnham for making promises without taking questions.
- Burnham plans to establish a "No. 10 North" in Manchester to coordinate government and redistribute power and resources, echoing past "Levelling Up" initiatives.
- Badenoch calls on Burnham to postpone the parliamentary recess to address the House of Commons after taking office.
- Reform UK leader Nigel Farage demands a general election to prove the next prime minister's mandate.