Keir Starmer's government discussed moving out of 10 Downing Street
Summary
Senior figures in Keir Starmer’s government said officials discussed moving staff from 10 Downing Street to open-plan offices elsewhere, citing concerns that the historic building’s layout hindered collaboration. The discussions remained at an early stage, and it is unclear whether Starmer was consulted; there was no proposal to change the prime minister’s residence.Key Facts
- James Lyons, who led Starmer’s communications operation from October 2024 to September 2025, said moving out of Downing Street had been discussed.
- Two other senior figures confirmed that staff relocation was discussed.
- One possible location was an open-plan office in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office building.
- Sources said the discussions did not advance beyond an early phase.
- The proposed move concerned staff workplaces, not the prime minister’s residence.
- 10 Downing Street is more than 300 years old and comprises more than 100 rooms.
- Lyons and Iceland boss Lord Walker criticized the building’s suitability as a workplace.
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