Sir Keir Starmer has declared his intention to resign from his position as leader of the Labour Party, triggering a process to select a new Prime Minister. During a public address from Downing Street, Starmer acknowledged that he is no longer the appropriate individual to guide the party toward the upcoming general election and confirmed he has notified the King of his departure.
He has requested that the Labour governing body establish a schedule for his succession. The window for nominations is slated to begin on July 9 and conclude by July 16, coinciding with the summer recess. Starmer expressed his commitment to a smooth handover, stating that a successor should be chosen before the legislative session resumes in September. He promised to support an orderly transition during this period.
