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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Great Pottery Throw Down fans floored as they discover 2026 star's acting career

Fans of The Great Pottery Throw Down are surprised to learn that a contestant from the 2026 series has a prior career in acting.

Feb 16 โ€ข 20:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Jonathan Powell rejects overtures to replace McSweeney as Starmerโ€™s chief of staff

Jonathan Powell has declined an offer to become Keir Starmer's chief of staff following Morgan McSweeney's resignation, indicating he prefers to return to his mediation consultancy.

Feb 15 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Epstein Affair: Uncertain Future of Keir Starmer

The article discusses the political ramifications of Keir Starmer's leadership amidst recent scandals and his government's performance on key issues.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

In the midst of the Epstein-Mandelson storm, Keir Starmer plays his political survival

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces serious political challenges as internal calls for his resignation intensify following the resignation of his chief of staff amid rising tensions within the Labour Party.

Feb 9 โ€ข 20:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

UK borrowing costs rise after departure of two key Keir Starmer aides

UK borrowing costs increased following the resignations of two key aides to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, raising concerns about his leadership.

Feb 9 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Starmer continues to be pressured after new resignation

Keir Starmer faces growing pressure following the resignation of his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, amid scandals linked to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Starmer continues to be pressured after new resignation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's communications chief Tim Allan has resigned after just five months, following the departure of his chief of staff Morgan McSweeney amidst scandals linked to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The director of communications of Downing Street resigns in the umpteenth crisis of Keir Starmer

Tim Allan, the director of communications for UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has resigned amidst a scandal involving connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Will Stormer become the first PM to resign due to the Epstein files? Sensation from revelations in Britain

The Epstein files have sparked significant political upheaval in Britain, putting pressure on Prime Minister Keir Stormer, who may face resignation amid growing dissent within the Labor Party.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Keir Starmerโ€™s director of communications Tim Allan steps down

Tim Allan has resigned as Keir Starmer's director of communications just five months into his role, coinciding with a shake-up in Downing Street following the resignation of Morgan McSweeney.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

No10 rocked as another Keir Starmer aide quits 24 hours after Morgan McSweeney

Keir Starmer's communications director Tim Allan has resigned just a day after Prime Minister's chief-of-staff Morgan McSweeney stepped down, leaving Downing Street in turmoil.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Epstein Affair: Starmer in Danger

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces calls to resign from within his own party following the resignation of his chief of staff amid the Epstein scandal.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

What's next for Keir Starmer in make-or-break week after top aide's dramatic exit

Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure within the Labour Party following the dramatic resignation of his chief of staff amidst a scandal involving Peter Mandelson.

Feb 9 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Two British newspapers: Starmer is a 'walking dead' and the coming days will determine his fate

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a critical week following the resignation of his chief of staff, raising questions about his leadership and prospects amidst ongoing political turmoil.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer faces make-or-break showdown with MPs after top aide quits

Keir Starmer is confronted with significant unrest from Labour MPs following the resignation of his chief of staff, threatening his leadership amid a growing crisis.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Is Starmerโ€™s Chair Creaking โ€“ Will He Be the First 'Victim' of Epstein from the Political Elite?

Keir Starmer's premiership faces deep political turmoil following the unexpected resignation of his office head, Morgan McSweeney, amid controversial appointments.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜Blame meโ€™: what the UK papers say as Morgan McSweeney quits over Mandelson-Epstein scandal

Morgan McSweeney resigned as Keir Starmer's chief of staff amid controversy over the appointment of Peter Mandelson, exposing Starmer to significant political vulnerability.

Feb 9 โ€ข 03:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

5 in the morning: Crisis for Starmer โ€“ What the Greek spy was giving to China โ€“ The battle in the Super League has intensified

Morgan McSweeney's sudden resignation has thrown the balance of power in London into turmoil, posing a significant crisis for Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid revelations involving Mandelson and Epstein.

Feb 9 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Starmerโ€™s chief of staff resigns over Epstein scandal

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, resigned amid controversy over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US due to Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 9 โ€ข 01:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

PM battling for survival after his chief of staff resigns

Sir Keir Starmer faces increasing pressure to resign after the resignation of his chief of staff amid a scandal involving the appointment of Lord Mandelson.

Feb 9 โ€ข 00:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Starmer faces pressure as McSweeny resigns: Police throw curveball on files

Pressure is mounting on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer following the resignation of his chief of staff and criticism from his party regarding an ambassadorial appointment linked to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 20:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigned Due to Mandelson's Epstein Links

Keir Starmer's Chief of Staff, Morgan McSweeney, resigned amid controversy surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as Ambassador to the US due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Starmer in fight to reassert control over Labour party after McSweeney exit

Keir Starmer is working to regain control of the Labour Party following the resignation of his chief advisor, Morgan McSweeney, in light of controversy surrounding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the US.

Feb 8 โ€ข 20:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

For some, McSweeney resignation removes obstacle to eventual downfall of Starmer

The resignation of Morgan McSweeney has sparked criticism of Keir Starmer's leadership, with some Labour MPs believing it indicates his weakness and political passivity.

Feb 8 โ€ข 20:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Keir Starmerโ€™s chief of staff resigns after recommending Epstein-connected ambassador

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as chief of staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer following criticism over his recommendation of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US, a decision he later deemed 'wrong.'

Feb 8 โ€ข 19:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Britain: Starmer Under Pressure - The Beginning of Decay or a Necessary Sacrifice?

Keir Starmer faces pressures within the Labour Party after a significant election victory, raising questions about future challenges and leadership dynamics.

Feb 8 โ€ข 19:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer 'appoints Morgan McSweeney's deputies' after resignation

Sir Keir Starmer has appointed Vidhya Alakeson and Jill Cuthbertson as joint acting chiefs of staff following the resignation of Morgan McSweeney due to a controversial appointment he advised on.

Feb 8 โ€ข 19:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

UK prime minister's powerful chief of staff quits amid Epstein fallout

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as chief of staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid controversy over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador, due to Mandelson's past ties with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Epstein crisis surrounding the British Prime Minister escalates - trusted aide forced to leave

Political turmoil related to Jeffrey Epstein deepens in Britain as Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, resigns amidst controversies over Peter Mandelson's ambassadorial appointment.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Due to Epstein, the head of Prime Minister Starmer's cabinet resigned in Britain

Morgan McSweeney resigned as Chief of Staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his recommendation of Peter Mandelson, who has ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜The only honourable courseโ€™: Morgan McSweeneyโ€™s resignation statement in full

Morgan McSweeney resigned as Keir Starmer's chief of staff, taking responsibility for the controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

McSweeney's exit shows No 10 in full-blown survival mode

Morgan McSweeney's resignation reflects the UK Prime Minister's desperate attempts to maintain his position amidst a scandal crisis.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigns Amid Epstein Scandal

Keir Starmer's Chief of Staff Morgan McSweeney has resigned due to the political pressure stemming from the links between former ambassador Peter Mandelson and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Starmer's right-hand man resigns

Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned amid increasing pressure on the Prime Minister following the revelation of ambassador Peter Mandelson's connections to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Starmer's Closest Advisor Resigns

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as Keir Starmer's chief of staff amidst controversy involving Peter Mandelson's connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

UK PM Starmerโ€™s chief of staff quits over Mandelson links to Epstein

Morgan McSweeney, chief of staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has resigned after admitting he recommended Peter Mandelson for an ambassador position despite Mandelson's controversial past ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chief of Staff of the United Kingdom resigns after Peter Mandelson's appointment, linked to the Epstein case

Morgan McSweeney, chief of staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, resigned amid pressure over the nomination of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

What happens next for under-fire Keir Starmer after Morgan McSweeney quits

Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned amidst intense criticism, raising questions about Starmer's leadership future without his key advisor.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The head of the UK Prime Minister's administration resigned due to Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador

Morgan McSweeney has resigned from the UK government, citing the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador as a decision harmful to the party and country.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Liveblog USA under Trump: Starmer's Chief of Staff resigns due to Epstein affair

Keir Starmer's Chief of Staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned due to his involvement in recommending Peter Mandelson's appointment related to the Epstein scandal.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Epstein Case, McSweeney Resigns, Starmer's 'Rasputin': 'I Take Full Responsibility'

McSweeney, a key political adviser to UK Prime Minister Starmer, resigns amid the Epstein scandal and controversy surrounding the appointment of ex-ambassador Mandelson.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The chief of staff of the UK resigned due to the appointment of an ambassador in the US linked to Epstein

UK chief of staff Morgan McSweeney resigned following controversy over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Lonely Starmer looks like he doesn't know his own mind

Labour chief of staff Morgan McSweeney resigns following backlash over his advice to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Starmer's Chief of Staff Announces Resignation Due to Epstein Scandal

Morgan McSweeney has resigned as Chief of Staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid an ongoing scandal related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Epstein Case Brings Down Chief of Staff of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Morgan McSweeney, Chief of Staff to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, resigned following pressure over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US due to links with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigns After Ambassador Appointment

Morgen McSweeney, Chief of Staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has resigned following the controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as Ambassador to the US.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Reuters: Starmer's Chief of Staff Morgan McSweeney Resigns After Epstein Revelations About Mandelson

Keir Starmer's Chief of Staff Morgan McSweeney has resigned following pressure regarding connections between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigns in Epstein Scandal

Keir Starmer's Chief of Staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned due to the fallout from the Epstein files, which has damaged the Labour Party's reputation.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigns

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Chief of Staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned, admitting his mistake in appointing Peter Mandelson as Ambassador to the USA.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

British media report: Starmer's chief of staff resigns

Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned, admitting it was a mistake to appoint Peter Mandelson as the ambassador to the US.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:32 UTC

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