Theresa May
Coverage of Theresa May in the Nexus archive.
- More signs of Burnham poll bounce for Labour as new PM starts with highest personal ratings since Theresa May
Burnham is experiencing a poll bounce for Labour as the new PM begins with the highest personal ratings since Theresa May. The article highlights a potential increase in support for the Labour Party under Burnham's leadership.
- It’s Keir Starmer’s last PMQs. Here’s how previous prime ministers played it
The article discusses Keir Starmer's final Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) session before handing power to Andy Burnham, and examines past PMs like Margaret Thatcher, Tony Blair, David Cameron, and Theresa May, highlighting their final PMQs performances and interactions with colleagues and opposition.
- The myth of the “Janded” one, By Osmund Agbo
Keir Starmer's planned departure from No. 10 Downing Street after two years in office highlights Britain's volatile political landscape since the 2016 Brexit referendum, with a series of prime ministers including David Cameron, Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak, and Starmer.
- Burnham’s dilemma: A free ride on Starmer’s majority, or risk an election to seek his own
Andy Burnham faces a dilemma upon succeeding Keir Starmer as UK prime minister: either rely on Starmer's inherited majority or risk an early election to secure his own mandate, with potential losses to Reform UK and historical precedents like Theresa May and Gordon Brown complicating the decision.
- How Brexit broke British politics
Brexit has caused significant political instability in the UK, leading to seven prime ministers since 2016. Conservative Prime Minister David Cameron resigned after the 2016 referendum, and subsequent leaders, including Boris Johnson and Keir Starmer, struggled with Brexit's economic and political consequences. Starmer stepped down after two years due to a sluggish economy and divided electorate.
- How Brexit broke British politics
Brexit has caused significant political instability in the UK, leading to seven prime ministers since the 2016 referendum. The Brexit campaign's promises of control and prosperity clashed with economic and governance challenges, resulting in prolonged political turmoil and a divided electorate.
- How Brexit broke British politics
Brexit has destabilized British politics, leading to seven prime ministers since 2016. The 2016 referendum, which saw 52% vote to leave the EU, triggered political turmoil, with leaders like David Cameron and Keir Starmer grappling with economic and governance challenges linked to Brexit.
- How Brexit broke British politics
Brexit has caused significant political instability in the UK, leading to seven prime ministers since 2016. The current Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer stepped down due to economic and political challenges linked to Brexit, highlighting ongoing divisions and governance issues.
- A decade on from the Brexit vote, the U.K. will have 7 prime ministers, hit a demographic trap, and taken a 6% hit to its economy
A decade after the 2016 Brexit vote, the UK will have had seven prime ministers, a 6% economic decline, and demographic challenges. Keir Starmer's resignation as prime minister marks the end of a turbulent period, with Andy Burnham poised to become the seventh leader since the referendum.
- Britain left the EU 10 years ago. Its politics has been an unruly mess ever since
Britain's politics has been unstable since the 2016 Brexit referendum, leading to seven prime ministers and ongoing challenges. The Brexit decision, which split the UK 52%-48% to leave the EU, has caused economic stagnation, government dysfunction, and political divisions, with Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer stepping down after two years.
- Britain left the EU 10 years ago. Its politics has been an unruly mess ever since
Britain's 2016 EU referendum led to political instability, with seven prime ministers since 2016. Brexit's consequences include economic sluggishness, government dysfunction, and ongoing political division, despite the U.K. formally leaving the EU in 2020.
- A look at the quick succession of British prime ministers in the past 10 years
The article details the rapid turnover of British prime ministers in the past decade, highlighting Keir Starmer's resignation in 2024 after his government struggled to deliver on promises. It lists previous prime ministers since 2016, including David Cameron, Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, and Rishi Sunak, each associated with significant political challenges.
- A decade of chaos: Britain prepares for 7th prime minister after Starmer announces resignation
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation, set to make him the seventh leader in 10 years amid political instability linked to the 2016 Brexit referendum. The article traces a decade of leadership changes, economic struggles, and Brexit-related challenges.
- Tory veterans warn Labour: Don’t repeat our leadership chaos
Tory veterans caution Labour against repeating Conservative leadership turmoil that led to a 2024 election defeat. The Conservatives experienced five prime ministers in seven years, causing factionalism and instability. Labour faces a potential leadership contest if Andy Burnham wins a June 18 by-election.
- Is Keir Starmer trying to build a legacy or just getting on with the job?
The article discusses whether Keir Starmer is focused on building a political legacy amid the Makerfield byelection and potential leadership challenges, referencing Theresa May's 2019 net zero target as a precedent for legacy-building actions.
- Back to the backstop? Starmer 'considering Theresa May-like deal to align Britain with EU's single market' in latest Brexit reversal
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is reportedly considering a Brexit deal similar to former Prime Minister Theresa May's approach to align Britain with the EU's single market, marking another potential shift in post-Brexit trade policy. This proposal suggests a reversal of recent Brexit strategies, aiming to ease economic ties with the EU.