Sir Keir Starmer standing down as MP
Sir Keir Starmer is set to resign as the MP for Holborn and St Pancras in order to focus on work in defence and international affairs. The former Prime Minister told the Camden New Journal that he would focus on issues such as “defence, security, trade and technology in a fast-changing world” after leaving parliament. [...]
Former Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is set to resign his seat as MP for Holborn and St Pancras. He has announced his decision to focus on defence, security, trade and technology in a rapidly changing world. Starmer will also continue his work to combat violence against women and girls. This marks a notable U-turn for the ex-leader, as he had previously stated he would not resign from his parliamentary position.
He had earlier announced his resignation in June after Andy Burnham's election as the MP for Makerfield. Starmer formally left office in early July following Burnham's election. The resignation comes on the first day of the return to parliament, ending his 11-year tenure in Westminster. Before his election as a Labour MP, Starmer served as the director of public prosecutions and supported the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn.
He later served as the shadow Brexit secretary under Corbyn's leadership. Starmer's final act as an MP has been praised by the Conservatives, who see it as a fitting end to his political career. His resignation has led to speculation about the cost of a by-election, which would place a financial burden on taxpayers during a period of proposed tax increases by Labour.
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