Keir Starmer says Labour can win next election under Andy Burnham in final newspaper interview with The Mirror
In his final interview as Prime Minister, Keir Starmer announced his resignation and expressed confidence in his successor, Andy Burnham. Starmer stated he is leaving the party in a strong position to win a second term in 2029.
Why it matters
This marks a significant leadership transition in UK politics, signaling the end of Starmer's tenure and the beginning of a new administration under Burnham.
Keir Starmer says Labour can win the next general election under his successor after turning the party's fortunes around in his six-year stint as leader. The Prime Minister said he was "proud" of what he achieved in office and said he hands over a party in "good shape" as he prepares to bow out of Downing Street on Monday after just two years. He will be replaced as Labour leader by Andy Burnham on Friday, and will quit No10 on Monday after handing his resignation to the King. In his final newspaper interview as PM, he told The Mirror that he believed Labour would be able to win a second term in office under Mr Burnham, as his own time in office was cut short. He said: "I will go with good grace.
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