Keir Starmer announced his resignation
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has informed staff at his office of his final decision to resign.
According to media reports, an urgent press conference is expected to begin at Downing Street in the coming minutes, during which the prime minister is reportedly set to publicly announce his decision.
Earlier, British media had repeatedly reported on mounting internal pressure within the Labour Party and discussions regarding possible changes in the government’s leadership.
At the same time, government officials had previously denied that any final decisions had been made regarding the Prime Minister’s resignation.
This is according to British media reports.
Within the UK Labour Party, talk has intensified about a possible leadership change and the potential resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is cited as the leading contender to replace him.
The British Foreign Secretary has called on Starmer to resign.
