Labour MPs are mounting pressure on Sir Keir Starmer to resign after the party's poor local election results, sparking a growing mutiny within the party.

Starmer Vows to Stay Despite Mounting Pressure

The Prime Minister has vowed to remain in his role for another eight years, insisting he is at the beginning of a "10-year-project of renewal." Starmer's decision comes as a desperate bid to save his premiership, with Labour veterans Gordon Brown and Harriet Harman being brought back into government.

Threat of Leadership Challenge

Backbencher Catherine West has threatened to launch a "stalking horse" leadership bid unless the Cabinet takes action. Downing Street is concerned that West could secure the 81 nominations required to trigger a leadership vote. The plot has divided opinion within the party, but Downing Street sources believe West will not get the necessary support to challenge Starmer.

Labour's Election Losses

The pressure on Starmer follows Labour's loss of more than 1,100 English council seats this week, with Reform and the Greens making significant gains in the party's heartlands. The poor election results have intensified calls for Starmer's resignation and raised questions about the party's future direction.