Top lawyer whose 'Mr Rules' approach failed to connect with the public
Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as UK Prime Minister following a loss of support from his own party. His tenure was marked by a rapid decline in popularity and internal criticism regarding his lack of clear political ideology.
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This marks a significant shift in British politics, ending the term of one of the shortest-serving Labour Prime Ministers in history.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Becky Morton and Brian Wheeler , political reporters Getty Images Few politicians have endured a more dramatic fall from grace than Sir Keir Starmer.
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