London: Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and leader of the Labour Party, stating that his time in office had been guided by decisions made in the “best interest of the country.”
In remarks following his announcement, Starmer said every policy decision he had taken during his tenure was aimed at “putting the country I love first.”
He also expressed gratitude to his family, thanking his wife, Victoria, whom he described as his “rock,” and said he hoped to focus more on his children in the future.
“I want to be the best dad I can to my beautiful children, who are my pride and joy,” he said.
Following the announcement, attention has turned to potential leadership contenders within the Labour Party. Among those expected to play a key role in the coming days is Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, who is seen by some as a possible successor.
Burnham is set to arrive in Westminster on Monday to be sworn in as the MP for Makerfield after winning last week’s by-election, further strengthening speculation about a possible leadership contest within the party.
Starmer’s resignation marks a major political turning point in the UK, with the Labour Party now expected to begin the process of selecting a new leader to serve as both party head and prime minister.
This is a developing story and will be updated.