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This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.
All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.
If the leading story is available, links will be provided.
This page will be updated as the headlines come in.
The Independent: "BURNHAM MAKES HIS MOVE TO TAKE ON PM AFTER STREETING QUITS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox
Andy Burnham plans to stand in the Makerfield By Election to return to the House Of Commons after Josh Simons resigns as Member of Parliament to allow this.
Wes Streeting has resigned as Health Secretary.
The developments increase the possibility of a Labour leadership contest.
FULL REPORT: INDEPENDENT.CO.UK/news/uk/politics/burnham-starmer-streeting-labour-leadership-b2976745.html
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox
Andy Burnham plans to stand in the Makerfield By Election to return to the House Of Commons after Josh Simons resigns as Member of Parliament to allow this.
Wes Streeting has resigned as Health Secretary.
The developments increase the possibility of a Labour leadership contest.
FULL REPORT: INDEPENDENT.CO.UK/news/uk/politics/burnham-starmer-streeting-labour-leadership-b2976745.html
Bromsgrove Standard: "MP JOINS OPPOSITION TO NEW-HOMES PLAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Smith
Plans for up to 85 homes on Green Belt land at Alcester Road in Lickey End have met opposition from residents and Bromsgrove Member of Parliament Bradley Thomas.
Ninety eight per cent of those surveyed prefer brownfield sites and infrastructure improvements first.
The developer has used government grey belt policy because of the council housing land shortfall.
FULL REPORT: BromsgroveStandard.co.uk/news/lickey-end-backlash-to-plans-for-85-homes-on-green-belt
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Smith
Plans for up to 85 homes on Green Belt land at Alcester Road in Lickey End have met opposition from residents and Bromsgrove Member of Parliament Bradley Thomas.
Ninety eight per cent of those surveyed prefer brownfield sites and infrastructure improvements first.
The developer has used government grey belt policy because of the council housing land shortfall.
FULL REPORT: BromsgroveStandard.co.uk/news/lickey-end-backlash-to-plans-for-85-homes-on-green-belt
Daily Express: "'WHERE WE NEED VISION WE HAVE A VACUUM'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown
The Labour Party were plunged into Civil War last night as Wes Streeting quit the Cabinet, by resigning as Health Secretary, and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham was gifted a potential way back to topple Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown
The Labour Party were plunged into Civil War last night as Wes Streeting quit the Cabinet, by resigning as Health Secretary, and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham was gifted a potential way back to topple Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Daily Express (Sport/Back Page): "PLAY-OFF FINAL IN LIMBO"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross
The independent hearing into 'Spygate' will take place today to decide the fate of Southampton’s promotion hopes.
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross
The independent hearing into 'Spygate' will take place today to decide the fate of Southampton’s promotion hopes.
Droitwich Standard: "WHAT SHOULD TOWN'S NEW PUB BE NAMED?"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tristan Harris
Black Country Ales is opening a new Public House in the former Droitwich Working Men's Club building.
The brewery has invited local people to suggest names for the venue by emailing the Droitwich Standard.
No deadline or prizes have been announced for the naming competition.
FULL REPORT: DroitwichStandard.co.uk/news/can-you-help-name-black-country-ales-new-pub-in-droitwich
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tristan Harris
Black Country Ales is opening a new Public House in the former Droitwich Working Men's Club building.
The brewery has invited local people to suggest names for the venue by emailing the Droitwich Standard.
No deadline or prizes have been announced for the naming competition.
FULL REPORT: DroitwichStandard.co.uk/news/can-you-help-name-black-country-ales-new-pub-in-droitwich
The Times: "BURNHAM MAKES MOVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Max Kendix / Oliver Wright
Andy Burnham has begun the first step of his campaign to remove Sir Keir Starmer from power as pressure mounts from Cabinet Ministers for the prime minister to set out a timeline for his departure.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Max Kendix / Oliver Wright
Andy Burnham has begun the first step of his campaign to remove Sir Keir Starmer from power as pressure mounts from Cabinet Ministers for the prime minister to set out a timeline for his departure.
The Times (Sport/Back Page): "PLAY-OFF FINAL DELAY THREAT OVER 'SPYGATE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Hardy / Martyn Ziegler
The European Football League has warned that the Championship play-off final at Wembley on Saturday 23 May 2026 could be postponed.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Hardy / Martyn Ziegler
The European Football League has warned that the Championship play-off final at Wembley on Saturday 23 May 2026 could be postponed.
Coventry Observer: "TAKING STEPS TO BOOST CHARITY FUNDS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris
Walkers are wanted for the Great Coventry Foodbankathon on 30 May to raise funds for Coventry Foodbank by walking 21 miles.
The 21 mile route visits 15 foodbank centres starting from St. Catherine’s Church in Stoke Aldermoor and ending at St. Stephen's Church in Canley.
Shorter routes are available and sponsorship is encouraged.
FULL REPORT: CoventryObserver.co.uk/news/walkers-wanted-to-raise-vital-funds-for-foodbank-61481
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris
Walkers are wanted for the Great Coventry Foodbankathon on 30 May to raise funds for Coventry Foodbank by walking 21 miles.
The 21 mile route visits 15 foodbank centres starting from St. Catherine’s Church in Stoke Aldermoor and ending at St. Stephen's Church in Canley.
Shorter routes are available and sponsorship is encouraged.
FULL REPORT: CoventryObserver.co.uk/news/walkers-wanted-to-raise-vital-funds-for-foodbank-61481
The Scotsman: "BURNHAM IN LINE FOR SEAT AS STARMER FACES FURTHER THREAT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Quinn
Sir Keir Starmer's future as Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street is under further threat after Mayor Andy Burnham found a potential route back into House Of Commons.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Quinn
Sir Keir Starmer's future as Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street is under further threat after Mayor Andy Burnham found a potential route back into House Of Commons.
The Yorkshire Post: "FAMILIES FEAR FOR INQUIRY'S FUTURE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn
Bereaved families involved in the Leeds maternity Inquiry have expressed concerns after Wes Streeting resigned as Health Secretary.
The inquiry into maternal and neonatal care failings was announced last October with midwife Donna Ockenden appointed chair in March.
Families fear the change will disrupt progress.
FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/health/bereaved-families-maternity-inquiry-fears-after-wes-streeting-quits-8545645
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn
Bereaved families involved in the Leeds maternity Inquiry have expressed concerns after Wes Streeting resigned as Health Secretary.
The inquiry into maternal and neonatal care failings was announced last October with midwife Donna Ockenden appointed chair in March.
Families fear the change will disrupt progress.
FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/health/bereaved-families-maternity-inquiry-fears-after-wes-streeting-quits-8545645
Morning Star: "QUITTER STREETING TURNS UP HEAT ON PM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray
Wes Streeting has resigned from the Cabinet after criticising Keir Starmer's leadership.
Josh Simons has stepped down as Member Of Parliament for Makerfield to allow Andy Burnham to return to House Of Commons and challenge for the leadership.
These events have brought The Labour Party closer to a leadership contest.
FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/labour-lurches-closer-leadership-contest-streeting-finally-quits-and-mp-makes-way-burnhams
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray
Wes Streeting has resigned from the Cabinet after criticising Keir Starmer's leadership.
Josh Simons has stepped down as Member Of Parliament for Makerfield to allow Andy Burnham to return to House Of Commons and challenge for the leadership.
These events have brought The Labour Party closer to a leadership contest.
FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/labour-lurches-closer-leadership-contest-streeting-finally-quits-and-mp-makes-way-burnhams
Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "TAYLOR MAKES HISTORY WITH NEW ENGLAND JOB"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial
Kidderminster Standard: "HARRIERS LOSE BOSS DAYS AFTER LIFTING TROPHY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aaron Sutcliffe
Kidderminster Harriers manager Adam Murray has left the Football Club three days after guiding them to promotion through the National League North play off final.
An English Football League club activated a release clause in his contract.
The club aims to appoint a new manager quickly for the National League season.
FULL REPORT: KidderminsterStandard.co.uk/sport/football-kidderminster-harriers-confirm-shock-departure-of-manager-adam-murray-just-days-after-guiding-club-to-promotion
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aaron Sutcliffe
Kidderminster Harriers manager Adam Murray has left the Football Club three days after guiding them to promotion through the National League North play off final.
An English Football League club activated a release clause in his contract.
The club aims to appoint a new manager quickly for the National League season.
FULL REPORT: KidderminsterStandard.co.uk/sport/football-kidderminster-harriers-confirm-shock-departure-of-manager-adam-murray-just-days-after-guiding-club-to-promotion
Daily Star: "CRASH AND BURNHAM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Will Stone
Andy Burnham has revealed he plans to return to House Of Commons by standing in a By-Election.
He could be replaced as the Mayor of Manchester by ex-Manchester United star Gary Neville.
Meanwhile Wes Streeting has quit the cabinet.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Will Stone
Andy Burnham has revealed he plans to return to House Of Commons by standing in a By-Election.
He could be replaced as the Mayor of Manchester by ex-Manchester United star Gary Neville.
Meanwhile Wes Streeting has quit the cabinet.
Daily Star (Sport/BackPage: "SNOOPER LOOPY"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross / John Cross / Ian Doyle
The independent hearing into 'Spygate' will take place today to decide the fate of Southampton's promotion hopes.
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross / John Cross / Ian Doyle
The independent hearing into 'Spygate' will take place today to decide the fate of Southampton's promotion hopes.
Leamington Observer: "RESIDENTS URGED TO TAKE A LOOK AT STADIUM PLANS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins / Ian Hughes
Residents of Warwick district can comment on proposals for a new 4000 capacity community stadium at Myton Green by Leamington Football Club and the council.
The site includes a 3G pitch, conference facilities and relocated athletics tracks.
Consultation closes on 28 May 2026.
FULL REPORT: LeamingtonObserver.co.uk/news/warwick-district-residents-can-have-their-say-on-plans-for-a-new-community-stadium
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins / Ian Hughes
Residents of Warwick district can comment on proposals for a new 4000 capacity community stadium at Myton Green by Leamington Football Club and the council.
The site includes a 3G pitch, conference facilities and relocated athletics tracks.
Consultation closes on 28 May 2026.
FULL REPORT: LeamingtonObserver.co.uk/news/warwick-district-residents-can-have-their-say-on-plans-for-a-new-community-stadium
Metro (South Edition): "RIVALS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford
Angela Rayner has been cleared by revenue authorities over Stamp Duty on a flat purchase.
Speculation has grown about a potential Labour Party leadership bid by her.
Wes Streeting has resigned as Health Secretary citing lost confidence in Keir Starmer.
Andy Burnham prepares to return to Parliament.
FULL REPORT: METRO.CO.UK/2026/05/14/angela-rayner-mount-labour-leadership-bid-cleared-tax-affairs-28363238
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford
Angela Rayner has been cleared by revenue authorities over Stamp Duty on a flat purchase.
Speculation has grown about a potential Labour Party leadership bid by her.
Wes Streeting has resigned as Health Secretary citing lost confidence in Keir Starmer.
Andy Burnham prepares to return to Parliament.
FULL REPORT: METRO.CO.UK/2026/05/14/angela-rayner-mount-labour-leadership-bid-cleared-tax-affairs-28363238
Malvern Observer: "TRIBUTES PAID TO MAN WHO SET UP ABBEY JAZZ
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne
Len Thwaites has died at the age of 89.
Tributes have been paid to the founder of Abbey Jazz in Malvern.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne
Len Thwaites has died at the age of 89.
Tributes have been paid to the founder of Abbey Jazz in Malvern.
Scottish Daily Mail: "LABOUR'S GREAT PRETENDERS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford / Jason Groves
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Government was frozen in the headlights last night as the plots to topple him finally burst into the open.
On another dramatic day at n Westminster, Andy Burnham announced plans for a return to Parliament,
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford / Jason Groves
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Government was frozen in the headlights last night as the plots to topple him finally burst into the open.
On another dramatic day at n Westminster, Andy Burnham announced plans for a return to Parliament,
Scottish Daily Mail (Sport/Back Page): "GIVE US A FAIR CHANCE"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: John McGarry
The Foundation Of Hearts has called for referees to give Derek McInnes' team the fair opportunity they have earned.
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: John McGarry
The Foundation Of Hearts has called for referees to give Derek McInnes' team the fair opportunity they have earned.
The Redditch & Alcester Standard: "NEWLY-ELECTED REFORM COUNCILLOR JUMPS SHIP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne
Reform UK has suspended Redditch Borough Councillor Ashley Monk and his mother county councillor Jo Monk after criticism of the new County Council leader.
Ashley Monk now sits as an independent. The Liberal Democrats have called for a By Election in the area.
FULL REPORT: RedditchStandard.co.uk/news/redditch-mum-and-son-councillors-suspended-by-reform-uk
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne
Reform UK has suspended Redditch Borough Councillor Ashley Monk and his mother county councillor Jo Monk after criticism of the new County Council leader.
Ashley Monk now sits as an independent. The Liberal Democrats have called for a By Election in the area.
FULL REPORT: RedditchStandard.co.uk/news/redditch-mum-and-son-councillors-suspended-by-reform-uk
Daily Mirror: "AND SO IT BEGINS..."
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sophie Huskisson / Dave Burke
Wes Streeting, Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner line up to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The economy starts growing.
National Health Service cuts Waiting Lists for the first time in years.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sophie Huskisson / Dave Burke
Wes Streeting, Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner line up to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The economy starts growing.
National Health Service cuts Waiting Lists for the first time in years.
Daily Mirror (Sport/Back Page): "PLAY-OFF FINAL"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross
The independent hearing into 'Spygate' will take place today to decide the fate of Southampton's promotion hopes.
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross
The independent hearing into 'Spygate' will take place today to decide the fate of Southampton's promotion hopes.
Rugby & Lutterworth Observer: "RUGBY MAN SENT DOWN FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris
Christopher Trezise aged 46 from Rugby has received a ten year and six month prison sentence at Warwick Crown Court for child sex offences including arranging assaults and distributing indecent images.
He discussed abusing children and babies online and held more than 1000 illegal images.
FULL REPORT: RugbyObserver.co.uk/news/dangerous-child-sex-offender-talked-online-about-abusing-children-and-babies
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris
Christopher Trezise aged 46 from Rugby has received a ten year and six month prison sentence at Warwick Crown Court for child sex offences including arranging assaults and distributing indecent images.
He discussed abusing children and babies online and held more than 1000 illegal images.
FULL REPORT: RugbyObserver.co.uk/news/dangerous-child-sex-offender-talked-online-about-abusing-children-and-babies
The Daily Telegraph: "BURNHAM LAUNCHES BID FOR NO10"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has made his opening move to replace Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer within weeks by launching a campaign to return to Westminster.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has made his opening move to replace Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer within weeks by launching a campaign to return to Westminster.
Solihull Observer: "STEPPING OUT IN SUPPORT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Mason
Mental Health walking groups in Solihull have organised One Big Walk on 12 May at 19:00 from Malvern and Brueton Park.
The event during Mental Health Awareness Week encourages residents to join for support and connection. Participants should arrive at the gates.
FULL REPORT: SolihullObserver.co.uk/news/solihulls-walking-mental-health-groups-call-on-residents-to-join-them-on-one-big-walk
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Mason
Mental Health walking groups in Solihull have organised One Big Walk on 12 May at 19:00 from Malvern and Brueton Park.
The event during Mental Health Awareness Week encourages residents to join for support and connection. Participants should arrive at the gates.
FULL REPORT: SolihullObserver.co.uk/news/solihulls-walking-mental-health-groups-call-on-residents-to-join-them-on-one-big-walk
Daily Mail: "LABOUR'S GREAT PRETENDERS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford / Jason Groves
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Government was frozen in the headlights last night as the plots to topple him finally burst into the open.
On another dramatic day at n Westminster, Andy Burnham announced plans for a return to Parliament,
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford / Jason Groves
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Government was frozen in the headlights last night as the plots to topple him finally burst into the open.
On another dramatic day at n Westminster, Andy Burnham announced plans for a return to Parliament,
Stratford Observer: "SINGLE VOTE SEALS FATE OF THREATENED VILLAGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins
Warwickshire County Council has approved the closure of Great Alne Primary School after a final bid by Liberal Democrats councillors failed.
Pupil numbers have fallen from 102 in 2021 to 13 in 2026 making it financially unviable.
The school will close at the end of the current academic year.
FULL REPORT: StratfordObserver.co.uk/news/final-bid-to-save-great-alne-primary-school-fails
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins
Warwickshire County Council has approved the closure of Great Alne Primary School after a final bid by Liberal Democrats councillors failed.
Pupil numbers have fallen from 102 in 2021 to 13 in 2026 making it financially unviable.
The school will close at the end of the current academic year.
FULL REPORT: StratfordObserver.co.uk/news/final-bid-to-save-great-alne-primary-school-fails
The Times Scotland: "BURNHAM MAKES MOVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Max Kendix / Oliver Wright
Andy Burnham has begun the first step of his campaign to remove Sir Keir Starmer from power as pressure mounts from Cabinet Ministers for the Prime Minister to set out a timeline for his departure.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Max Kendix / Oliver Wright
Andy Burnham has begun the first step of his campaign to remove Sir Keir Starmer from power as pressure mounts from Cabinet Ministers for the Prime Minister to set out a timeline for his departure.
The Times Scotland (Sport/'Back Page): "IHEANACHO: PENALTY WAS A CAREER HIGH"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Mark Palmer
Matchwinner Kelechi Iheanacho described Celtic's Fir Park late show as one of the highlights of his career as he urged his team-mates to finish the job in Saturday’s title decider against Hearts.
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Mark Palmer
Matchwinner Kelechi Iheanacho described Celtic's Fir Park late show as one of the highlights of his career as he urged his team-mates to finish the job in Saturday’s title decider against Hearts.
Evesham Observer: "COLLEGE SCOOPS GOLD AT RHS MALVERN SHOW"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lise Evans
Students from Pershore College have won the Best Schools' Garden award at Royal Horticultural Society Malvern Spring Festival for their Stars and Stripes garden inspired by United States.
The display used recycled materials to represent American cities and was designed by students aged 14 to 25.
FULL REPORT: EveshamObserver.co.uk/news/pershore-students-scoop-top-award-at-rhs-malvern-spring-festival
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lise Evans
Students from Pershore College have won the Best Schools' Garden award at Royal Horticultural Society Malvern Spring Festival for their Stars and Stripes garden inspired by United States.
The display used recycled materials to represent American cities and was designed by students aged 14 to 25.
FULL REPORT: EveshamObserver.co.uk/news/pershore-students-scoop-top-award-at-rhs-malvern-spring-festival
The Guardian: "BURNHAM BIDS TO TOPPLE STARMER BUT HE MUST WIN BYELECTION FIRST"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar / Kiran Stacey / Jessica Elgot
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham now has a potential route back to House Of Commons and a chance to become The Labour Party's next leader after an MP said he would trigger a By Election.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar / Kiran Stacey / Jessica Elgot
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham now has a potential route back to House Of Commons and a chance to become The Labour Party's next leader after an MP said he would trigger a By Election.
Worcester Observer: "TRIBUTES PAID TO MAN WHO SET UP ABBEY JAZZ"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne
Len Thwaites has died at the age of 89.
Tributes have been paid to the founder of Abbey Jazz in Malvern.
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne
Len Thwaites has died at the age of 89.
Tributes have been paid to the founder of Abbey Jazz in Malvern.
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