London, United Kingdom – Web Desk: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, fighting back tears as he delivered an emotional farewell address to the nation .
Speaking to the media in London, Starmer reflected on his two years in office, saying he had taken office “full of passion” and had prioritized the well-being of the British people . He said his government had strengthened the economy and the Labour Party during his tenure .
“Two years ago, when I took office, I was extremely passionate,” Starmer said. “The welfare of the British people remained my priority. In two years, we strengthened our party and our economy.”
He acknowledged that his party had been repeatedly told it was weak and finished, but said change “doesn’t happen overnight—it takes time.”
Informing the King
Starmer confirmed that he had informed King Charles of his decision to step down . He also announced his resignation as Labour Party leader, saying he accepted that he was no longer the right person to lead the party into the next general election .
“I have also informed His Majesty the King of my decision,” Starmer said. “The question is no longer who will bring change to the Labour Party, but whether I am the right person to lead the party into the next election. I accept that answer and I resign as party leader.”
Political Context
Starmer’s resignation comes amid growing political pressure, with Labour MPs pushing for his departure following the party’s loss of the safe Runcorn by-election to Reform UK . He had also faced internal calls to provide a timeline for stepping down .
US President Donald Trump had predicted Starmer’s resignation earlier this week, citing failures on immigration and energy policy, particularly his refusal to open North Sea oil reserves . Trump had also said he wished Starmer well .
Starmer becomes Britain’s sixth prime minister to resign in a decade, amid growing dissatisfaction over his handling of the economy and immigration .
