UK ex-PM Starmer to quit parliament, focus on ‘international affairs’
Keir Starmer said it was the 'right time' to resign as the MP for the Holborn and St Pancras seat in London after 11 years, triggering a by-election.
Britain's former Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Tuesday that he will resign from Parliament to concentrate on international affairs. In a social media post, Starmer attributed his decision to the appropriate moment to step aside after 11 years representing the Holborn and St Pancras constituency in London. This move comes after a tumultuous tenure as Labour Party leader, culminating in his resignation this summer.
Starmer's resignation triggers a by-election in his constituency. While the Labour Party has appointed Andy Burnham as interim leader, Starmer's decision reflects the growing discontent among Labour MPs. Despite his efforts to revive the centre-left party and its successful 2024 general election victory, Starmer's leadership was marred by several missteps, leading to his eventual departure.
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