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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces Resignation After Losing Party Support

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday he will resign as Labour Party leader and Prime Minister after a catastrophic defeat in May's local elections, which triggered a rapid collapse of intraparty support. Speaking to the press, he called the result a 'heavy blow' and said his departure was in the best interest of the country. The Labour Party now faces a leadership contest ahead of the next general election in 2028.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday he will resign as Labour Party leader and Prime Minister, following his party's heavy defeat in May's local elections. The results sparked a swift wave of no-confidence among party members.

Speaking to the press, Starmer acknowledged the local election outcome was a “heavy blow” and showed that Labour had lost voter confidence. He said stepping down was “in the best interest of the country and the party.”

The May local elections were seen as a crucial test for Starmer’s government, but Labour lost control of several key local councils. Soon after, many senior MPs and officials called for his resignation.

Starmer, 62, took office in 2024 pledging to restore trust in government after years of Conservative scandals. However, his economic policies and public service reforms faced fierce criticism, weakening his leadership position.

The Labour Party will now hold a leadership election. Some MPs say the party needs someone who can restore internal unity and rebuild voter trust ahead of the next general election, expected in 2028.