UK PM Starmer has decided not to announce a departure timetable unless and until Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election, ITV's Peston reports

This headline indicates that UK PM Starmer is delaying any announcement regarding his departure until a specific political event occurs, which suggests a careful approach to leadership and timing.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 18 May 2026, 08:30 UTCOn the live feed at 08:10 UTC — 3 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Baghaei says Iran is focused on ending the war

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Western sources say the new Iranian proposal includes a commitment of unclear value not to produce nuclear weapons, no mention of Uranium, no mention of Hormuz, Journalist Segal reports

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UK PM Starmer has decided not to announce a departure timetable unless and until Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election, ITV's Peston reports

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US President Trump told Fortune he thinks US could sell Intel (INTC) shares slowly over time without tanking the stock market

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The implication here is one of political uncertainty, which could influence market sentiment around UK assets, particularly equities and fixed income. Traders should be aware of potential volatility during this period, as political developments may have knock-on effects on market dynamics.

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