Watch: A day of big changes and mixed emotions for Labour
Summary
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as Labour leader. Andy Burnham was sworn in as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Makerfield and said he will try to become the new Labour leader.Key Facts
- Keir Starmer resigned as leader of the Labour Party.
- Starmer gave a speech outside 10 Downing Street thanking his wife.
- He described becoming prime minister as the proudest moment of his life.
- Starmer spoke to King Charles III about the leadership change.
- A new Labour leader will be chosen before Parliament reconvenes in September.
- Andy Burnham, former Mayor of Greater Manchester, was sworn in as MP for Makerfield.
- Burnham announced he will run to become the next Labour leader.
- King Charles III recently gave a speech outlining the government’s agenda in Parliament.
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