More than 100 Labour MPs have publicly declared their support for Sir Keir Starmer , asserting that "this is no time for a leadership contest" as the party grapples with internal divisions .

The intervention comes as the Labour leader faces mounting pressure over his future, with a significant number of colleagues reportedly calling for his resignation.

A group of 111 Labour MPs signed a letter urging unity and a focus on regaining public trust following a challenging period for the party.

Their message underscores the need for collective effort "to deliver the change the country needs."

The letter stated: "Last week we had a devastatingly tough set of election results. It shows we have a hard job ahead to win back trust from the electorate.

“That job needs to start today – with all of us working together to deliver the change the country needs. We must focus on that.…