Keir Starmer

PP takes a look back at the most read news stories of the year

New legislation introduced following 2024 state opening of parliament

First address since election win

Comes as new prime minister Keir Starmer appoints his cabinet

Jonathan Stapleton says Labour must take a more considered approach to pensions

Starmer succeeds Rishi Sunak as prime minister

Review will consider steps needed to improve outcomes and boost productive investment

Former shadow transport minister takes over pensions brief from Matt Rodda

Former shadow social care minister takes over new brief from Jonathan Ashworth

Dromey remembered for exemplifying cross-party working, integrity and kindness