The UK Just Lost Its Sixth Prime Minister of the Decade

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned following a decline in popularity and significant losses in local elections. The Labour party must now elect a new leader, marking the sixth change in British leadership within a decade.
Why it matters
This reflects ongoing political instability in the UK and the challenges of governing amidst economic pressure and shifting voter sentiment.
Photograph: Getty Images Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Comment Loader Save Story Save this story UK prime minister Keir Starmer has resigned from office less than two years after leading the Labour party to a landslide general election victory.
The report provides a factual account of the resignation and political context without overt partisan framing.
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