UK ex-PM Starmer to quit parliament, focus on ‘international affairs’

Keir Starmer, a former human rights lawyer, has announced his resignation from the British parliament to concentrate on international affairs. Starmer, who previously led the Labour party to a significant victory in the 2024 general elections, stepped down as leader this summer after facing pressure from fellow party members. In a statement on social media, Starmer expressed that it was the right time to resign after 11 years as the MP for Holborn and St Pancras, triggering a by-election.

His constituents' local newspaper reported that Starmer informed the Labour party of his decision to leave after six years as the party's leader. Starmer, known for reviving the centre-left Labour party, is now turning his focus towards defence, security, trade, and technology in a rapidly evolving global landscape.