Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is set to call for Sir Keir Starmer to resign during an unscheduled press conference, reflecting rising discontent within the party. Sarwar will be the most prominent Labour figure making this demand following the internal crisis spurred by revelations about connections between senior party member Lord Mandelson and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This incident has already prompted calls for Starmer's leadership to be scrutinised more closely.

Recent resignations within Starmer's inner circle, including his chief of staff Morgan McSweeney and director of communications Tim Allan, have raised alarms about the stability of Starmer's leadership. Allan's departure was particularly telling as it was framed as a move to allow for a fresh team at No 10. Such changes indicate deep-seated issues within Starmer's administration, suggesting that many are questioning his ability to lead effectively in light of ongoing scandals and unrest among members, including those from his own party.

Despite the increasing pressure for Starmer to resign, his spokesperson has maintained that he is