Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:11pm on 22 Jun 2026,Monday International
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation after nearly 23 months in office, paving the way for Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade. Starmer said he would remain in office until the Labour Party selects a new leader to ensure a smooth transfer of power. His departure follows months of growing pressure from Labour lawmakers concerned about the party’s declining popularity since its landslide election victory in July 2024. Critics pointed to economic challenges, rising living costs and leadership controversies. Labour will now begin the process of choosing a successor, with Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting among the names being discussed.
