Starmer resigns as UK prime minister - The Latest

Keir Starmer has announced he is standing down as prime minister after days of intense pressure from Labour MPs, including cabinet ministers, following Andy Burnham’s byelection victory in Makerfield. Wes Streeting has ruled himself out of the running, so will it be a coronation for the ‘king of the north’ or could another candidate emerge? Lucy Hough speaks to senior political correspondent Peter Walker – watch on Y…

22 Jun, 16:20

The Guardian

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Keir Starmer’s time as prime minister – in pictures

Sir Keir Starmer’s run in No 10 has come to an end. Here are some of the most striking images from his time in power Continue reading...

22 Jun, 09:55

The Independent

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The two scenarios facing No 10 if Starmer resigns as prime minister

Sir Keir Starmer faces crunch day on Monday after a weekend reflecting on his political future

21 Jun, 22:41

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City AM

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Starmer resigns as Prime Minister

Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as Prime Minister less than two years after winning a landslide victory at the 2024 general election. Starmer had faced mounting pressure in recent days after challenger Andy Burnham swept to victory in the Makerfield by-election. In a speech outside Downing Street, the Prime Minister said his position had become [...]