Former UK health minister Wes Streeting says he will run in any UK Labour Party leadership contest if one is held, stating he would be “standing.” Multiple outlets report that Streeting made the comments in the context of speculation about succession within the party. The reports also note that he reiterated his views on Brexit, describing it as “a catastrophic mistake.” Streeting said the UK should seek to rejoin the European Union, framing his position as part of a broader policy direction. Across the sources, the key points are consistent: Streeting confirms his willingness to participate in a leadership bid under any scenario, and he links his political stance to his critique of Brexit. No additional claims about the timing of a contest or the response of other figures are included in the material provided. The coverage presents the statement as both a personal commitment regarding leadership ambitions and a reaffirmation of his public position on the UK’s relationship with the EU.