There is no support in Britain for the swift appointment of a successor to Starmer – Politico
Only about one-fifth of Britons support the idea of a quick and uncontested appointment of Keir Starmer’s expected successor as leader of the Labour Party and prime minister. According to the survey, the majority of respondents favor a more open selection process.
Only one in five British adults surveyed believe that former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham should quickly become the leader of the Labour Party and the country’s prime minister.
Instead, 54% of those surveyed believe there should be a full-fledged contest for the leadership, even if it means many months of uncertainty.
Among Labour voters, 57% share this view.
Data for the poll was collected before the results of the by-election in the Makerfield constituency and Burnham’s victory were announced.
Nominations for the leadership of the Labour Party open on July 9. If Burnham turns out to be the only candidate, he could become the new prime minister as early as July 17, according to Politico.
Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the announcement of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s resignation, expressing his gratitude to Starmer for his cooperation and support of Ukraine.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer informed staff at his office of his final decision to resign.
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 considered the leading contender to replace him.
The British Foreign Secretary has called on Starmer to resign.
