After days of speculation, Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Labour leader and PM.
It comes after Andy Burnham’s victory in last week’s Makerfield by-election – he is now on his way to Westminster to be sworn in.
He disclosed that he will spend more time on “the most important job” after leaving the “biggest job in the country”.
“Being the best husband I can, to my fantastic wife Vic, who has been a rock by my side through good times and bad.
“And being the best dad that I can to my beautiful children, who are my pride and joy,” Starmer said, fighting back tears. He then hugged his wife before heading back inside No 10.
Starmer also promised to do everything to ensure an orderly handover of power, and will give his successor his full support.
