Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Keir Starmer resigns as UK Prime Minister

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, June 22, 2026, less than two years after leading Labour to a landslide election victory in 2024. Starmer cited pressure from his parliamentary party and acknowledged he was no longer seen as best placed to lead Labour into the next general election. He will remain as caretaker prime minister until a new Labour leader is chosen, with Andy Burnham widely expected to succeed him.