speculation
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On Wednesday, health minister Wes Streeting met Starmer at Downing Street, as speculation swirled over whether he could launch a leadership bid.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
He is not the only high profile figure at the centre of leadership speculation - but unlike Angela Rayner and Andy Burnham he is a member of Sir Keir's cabinet.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
"It's no surprise that Quartermile has become a hot-spot for speculation," he said.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
British government debt fell sharply on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s insistence he will stay in office doing little to quell speculation he could face a leadership challenge.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
In the aftermath of that memorable conflict there was much speculation as to what the future held.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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