Day Headlines in Politics News: 2026-05-15
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How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama (BBC News - Politics 2026-05-15 20:21:08)
Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics. -
Who is James Murray, the new health secretary replacing Wes Streeting? (BBC News - Politics 2026-05-15 13:55:54)
What are the most pressing priorities for the new minister in charge of health? -
Analysis: Andy Burnham's route back to Commons is clearer - but can he win in Makerfield? (BBC News - Politics 2026-05-15 10:47:30)
The Greater Manchester mayor faces a messy and bitter by-election battle with Reform UK. -
Political Thinking with Nick Robinson (BBC News - Politics 2026-05-15 05:00:00)
The former communities minister on reaching breaking point and who should lead Labour now. -
The potential challengers to Keir Starmer (BBC News - Politics 2026-05-15 03:34:33)
Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting are all potential candidates for the top job.