British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation after less than two years in office, bringing an end to a turbulent period marked by policy reversals, declining popularity, and growing pressure within the ruling Labour Party.
In an emotional speech outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer said every decision he had taken was motivated by what he believed was best for the country and confirmed that he would step down as leader of the Labour Party.
He announced that the process of selecting a new Labour leader will begin in July, with a successor expected to be in place by September when Parliament returns. Starmer will remain Prime Minister until the transition is completed.
His resignation follows months of internal party unrest, poor election performances, and mounting calls from Labour lawmakers and senior party figures for him to step aside.
Attention is now turning to potential successors, with Andy Burnham widely regarded as a leading contender to replace Starmer.
The development marks another major shift in British politics and sets the stage for a leadership transition that could shape the future direction of the Labour government.