Keir Starmer Steps Down as UK Prime Minister and Labour Leader
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as both PM and Labour Party leader, facing pressure after poor local election outcomes.
Keir Starmer announced his resignation as both the United Kingdom's Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party on Monday. This decision comes amidst escalating pressure following the party's disappointing performance in last month's local elections.
Keir Starmer resignation
Speaking from 10 Downing Street, his official residence, Starmer stated, "I will be resigning as leader of the Labour Party. I spoke to His Majesty the King this morning to inform him of my decision." He elaborated that his resignation addresses the critical question within his party regarding whether he is the "best placed" individual to lead them into the upcoming general election. "I have heard the answer from my parliamentary group on this question, and I accept that answer with good grace," he concluded.
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