Keir Starmer may award resignation honours when he leaves No 10
Summary
Keir Starmer has suggested he might give out resignation honours when he leaves his role as prime minister in about 10 days, even though he said three years ago he would not. He is expected to be succeeded by Andy Burnham, who is likely to become the next prime minister after receiving strong support from fellow Labour MPs and unions.Key Facts
- Keir Starmer may hand out resignation honours when he leaves Downing Street soon.
- Three years ago, Starmer said he would not give out honours after leaving office.
- Prime ministers can suggest people for honours after their term, but the list must be approved by their successor and a commission.
- Starmer is set to be succeeded by Andy Burnham as prime minister.
- Andy Burnham has received 322 nominations from Labour MPs, about 80% of the party.
- There are not enough other MPs to nominate an alternative leader, so Burnham is very likely to win.
- Burnham has support from two unions: Unite and the Fire Brigades Union.
- Liz Truss and Boris Johnson also had resignation honours lists approved by their successors.
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