Sir Keir Starmer's Commons resignation statement in full: 'I've had time to reflect'

Sir Keir Starmer's Commons resignation statement in full: 'I've had time to reflect'

The former prime minister said it was the ‘right time’ to step down and that he is ready to ‘pass the baton on to a successor’

1 Sept, 12:00

Keir Starmer’s resignation statement in full as he stands down as MP

The former Labour leader made the announcement just weeks after being replaced by Andy Burnham as prime minister

1 Sept, 11:54

Keir Starmer to stand down as MP

Former PM says it is right time to leave Commons, which will trigger byelection in Holborn and St Pancras UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer is to quit as MP for Holborn and St Pancras, saying it is the “right time” for him to leave the Commons. Starmer, who resigned as prime minister in July, told the Camden New Journal he wanted to focus on international affairs and “pass the baton to a successor”. C…

1 Sept, 11:22

Pound holds firm as Starmer confirms he will stand down

The FTSE 100 closed up 74.58 points, or 0.7%, at 10,437.85.

22 Jun, 16:15

Keir Starmer to stand down as MP

Decision by former prime minister comes just weeks after he was replaced by Andy Burnham

1 Sept, 11:27