Starmer says his political journey is over at his last question session as UK leader
Summary
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said goodbye to the House of Commons during his last Prime Minister’s Questions session and announced he will step down next week. He is leaving office after losing support from his Labour Party and will be replaced by Andy Burnham.Key Facts
- Keir Starmer served six years as Labour Party leader and two years as prime minister.
- Starmer will step down on Monday and remain a regular member of Parliament for now.
- Andy Burnham, former mayor of Greater Manchester, will become the new Labour leader and prime minister.
- Starmer said he is leaving the UK in better shape than when he started.
- Britain can change its prime minister without holding a new national election.
- Starmer noted recent violent attacks on politicians and urged more protection for democracy.
- His government faced difficulties with economic growth, public services, and the cost of living.
- Starmer’s term ended after poor local election results for Labour and internal party pressure.
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