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Labour Sets July-August Timetable for New Leader After Starmer Resignation
The party's National Executive Committee outlined nomination deadlines and voting dates that could install a successor by 17 July if only one candidate qualifies. Sir Keir Starmer stepped down on 22 June and will remain prime minister until the process concludes.
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Labour's National Executive Committee has set a timetable for electing a new party leader. Potential candidates must secure the backing of 81 Labour MPs between 9 July and 15 July, then gather nominations from affiliated bodies such as trade unions by 16 July. If only one candidate meets those thresholds, the new leader will be announced at a special conference on 17 July.
If multiple candidates advance, a ballot of eligible party members and affiliated supporters will run from 6 August to 27 August, with the result announced on 29 August. Only members who joined on or before 25 December 2025 may vote. Sir Keir Starmer stepped down as prime minister on 22 June.
Andy Burnham confirmed his intention to stand shortly afterward. Darren Jones has ruled himself out of the contest. Wes Streeting gave his backing to Burnham on 22 June. Starmer has authorised civil servants to meet prospective candidates and prepare them for government.
He will remain prime minister until a new leader is elected. His official spokesperson said the prime minister and all ministers remain in office and normal government business continues. Downing Street stated it will not make major policy or spending decisions during the transition but will still publish the Defence Investment Plan.
