Key Facts

• Keir Starmer is quitting as MP for Holborn and St Pancras after serving since 2015.
• He resigned as prime minister in July and now wants to focus on international affairs like defense, security, trade, and technology.
• Starmer initially planned to serve the rest of his term but changed his mind over the summer.
• The byelection caused by his departure may see the Green party leader Zack Polanski run for the seat.
• Starmer said he is proud of his work on local issues such as affordable housing, education, and reducing knife crime.
• The seat has been a stronghold for the Labour party for a long time.
• The Conservative party criticized Starmer, saying his resignation will cause extra election costs for the public.
• Starmer thanked his local party supporters and highlighted his achievements as an MP and prime minister.