Keir Starmer announces his resignation as prime minister and Labour Party leader (opens original article in a new tab)

Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Labour Party leader and prime minister, stepping down to allow a leadership contest. He will remain in office until the contest concludes and will support his successor.

• Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Labour Party leader and prime minister.
• He will step down to allow a leadership contest, with a new leader expected by September.
• Starmer will remain prime minister until the contest concludes and will support his successor.