Where did it go wrong for the outgoing prime minister? And how much – if at all – was positive?

His achievements abroad are outweighed by failures of strategy, judgement and political courage

Keir Starmer was elected Britain’s prime minister in 2024 to be a safe pair of hands who would end years of political chaos under the Conservatives.

Keir Starmer's resignation marks a dramatic reversal for a leader who swept to power promising stability after years of political turmoil. Instead, he leaves office facing…

Sir Keir took office in July 2024 following a landslide victory at the general election, but has since overseen a massive decline in popularity for the government as discontent…

Rebel lawmakers from the ruling Labour Party challenged Starmer's leadership after election defeats and economic frustrations.

In a stunning political upheaval, Keir Starmer has resigned as UK Prime Minister and Labour leader after just two years in power. His decision follows mounting pressure over…

Keir Starmer was elected Britain’s prime minister in 2024 to be a safe pair of hands who would end years of political chaos under the Conservatives

Perhaps his lasting legacy will be the fracturing of Britain's traditional two-party system

Starmer focused on what he believed was possible to achieve, rather than setting out a clear vision of a future Britain.

Keir Starmer has set out his timetable for leaving office less than two years after winning a landslide 174-seat majority

Keir Starmer's resignation on Monday morning paves the way for yet another leadership battle.

Keir Starmer's resignation on Monday morning paves the way for yet another leadership battle.

Where did it go wrong for the outgoing prime minister? And how much – if at all – did it threaten to go right?

Keir Starmer entered Downing Street with a commanding majority and widespread public support, but falling approval ratings, controversial policies and growing political opposition…

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The British prime minister took office at a challenging time, but critics accuse him of weakness and poor judgement.

The British prime minister took office at a challenging time, but critics accuse him of weakness and poor judgement.

The PM, who rebuilt the Labour Party, couldn’t tell his party where he was taking it

UK leader Keir Starmer swept to power in 2024, handing his centre-left Labour party a landslide victory over the Conservatives.

Explore the reasons behind Keir Starmer's resignation as Labour leader, highlighting his political journey and key missteps.