Lauren Freyer

The prime minister's cabinet is split over whether Starmer should stay or go or set a timetable for his resignation.

This is after anti-establishment parties trounced the ruling Labour Party in local elections last week in an indication of what could happen in the next national election expected in three years.

Starmer has refused to resign, promises bold change to win over his, quote, doubters, but has been hemorrhaging support.

If his party does force him out, it's unclear who would succeed him and when.

One of the contenders, Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, would have to win a seat in Parliament first to be eligible.

Lauren Freyer, NPR News, London.

The British Beer and Pub Association says an average of two pubs closed per day in the first three months of this year.

That's about 2,400 jobs lost.

The association blames rising rents and taxes.

Alcohol consumption is also down and prices in supermarkets versus pubs have been widening for years.

Scotland has seen the most pubs close.

Wales is the only region to see an increased number.

Earlier this year, some pubs banned members of parliament, refusing to serve them.

Last month, the government gave in and offered pubs and music venues a 15% tax rebate.

But the British Beer and Pub Association says a long-term plan is needed to, quote, save pubs, jobs and hearts of communities.

Lauren Freyer, NPR News, London.

The British Beer and Pub Association says an average of two pubs closed per day in the first three months of this year.

That's about 2,400 jobs lost.

The association blames rising rents and taxes.

Alcohol consumption is also down and prices in supermarkets versus pubs have been widening for years.