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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that his time in office has come to an end.<\/p>\n

Speaking during a special address on Downing Street, Starmer said he would step down as leader of the Labour Party and had informed the King of his decision, UATV English<\/a> reports.<\/p>\n

\u201cEvery decision I have made has been aimed at putting first the country that I love. That is why I will resign as leader of the Labour Party. This morning, I spoke with His Majesty the King to inform him of my decision,\u201d Starmer said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

He added that he had asked Labour\u2019s National Executive Committee to approve a timetable for the party leadership election, with nominations set to open on July 9.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf an election is held, it will ensure that the new leader takes office before Parliament returns in September. I will remain Prime Minister until the election is concluded and will do everything possible to ensure an orderly transfer of power,\u201d Starmer stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

On June 19, the results of the Makerfield by-election were announced, with Andy Burnham emerging victorious. The result paved the way for Burnham to launch a bid for the Labour leadership\u2014and potentially the premiership\u2014in opposition to Starmer.<\/p>\n

Just days earlier, Starmer had said he was prepared to take part in any contest for the leadership of the Labour Party.<\/p>\n

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