British Prime Minister Keir Starmer Resigns
Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally declared his resignation on Monday, delivering a speech in front of 10 Downing Street. His departure clears the way for a new Labour Party leader to assume the role by September.
@ 6:10 a.m. EDT, Monday, June 22, 2026
50 minutes earlier, Prime Minister Starmer made the announcement in London.
Image: Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns at No. 10 Downing Street. (Photo by Peter Nicholls/Getty Images)
The Prime Minister succumbs to mounting pressure from within the Labour Party. His speech marked a significant moment in British politics.
A new chapter unfolds in the history of our nation marked by years of challenge and hope. This resignation represents an opportunity to improve the living conditions of countless citizens.