Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, bringing an end to his tenure in office and setting the stage for a significant political transition.
Starmer said the decision was made after careful consideration of the current political climate and the direction of the country.
He thanked his colleagues, supporters, and the public for their trust during his time in office.
The resignation is expected to trigger an internal leadership contest within the governing party, with senior figures likely to emerge as potential candidates to succeed him.
Political analysts say the development could reshape the UK’s political landscape in the coming weeks, particularly as opposition parties respond to the unexpected vacancy at the top of government.
Parliament is expected to be at the centre of intense debate as the transition process begins. The official timetable for selecting a new prime minister has not yet been confirmed.
Further updates are expected as reactions come in from across the political spectrum and details of the leadership race become clearer.
The resignation follows mounting pressure from MPs and cabinet ministers after Andy Burnham‘s decisive victory in the Makerfield by-election, which boosted his prospects as the likely next leader.
Before the announcement, US President Donald Trump had publicly claimed on social media that Starmer “will resign” due to failures on immigration and energy policy.
