What role does King Charles play after Keir Starmer’s resignation? (opens original article in a new tab)

King Charles plays a constitutional role in appointing a new prime minister, requiring the individual to command the confidence of the House of Commons. Sir Keir Starmer will resign, and the King will invite his successor to form a government. The King remains politically neutral but can advise ministers.

• The King has the constitutional role to appoint a new prime minister based on the confidence of the House of Commons.
• Sir Keir Starmer will meet the King to formally resign, after which the King will invite his successor to form a government.
• The King maintains political neutrality but can advise ministers, as seen in his interactions with Sir Keir Starmer.