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Starmer exits final PMQs to standing ovation from MPs
Outgoing prime minister Sir Keir Starmer received a standing ovation from MPs after delivering his final Prime Minister's Questions. He resigned last month following local election losses and internal party pressure. Andy Burnham is expected to become prime minister on 20 July.
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Sir Keir Starmer exited his final Prime Minister's Questions as prime minister and Labour leader to a standing ovation from MPs. Last month, Sir Keir resigned after almost two years in power, following recent record local election losses and mounting pressure from his own MPs.
His successor, Andy Burnham, is expected to become prime minister on Monday (20 July). ” “To my wife and children, I love you. Goodbye,” he said, as MPs stood up and gave him a round of applause, before he went over to shake the speaker’s hand.
Background to resignation Sir Keir’s departure follows a period of declining support for Labour in local elections. Party sources cited internal dissatisfaction as a contributing factor. The transition to Andy Burnham is scheduled to take place next week, with formal handover arrangements already under discussion among party officials.
Final remarks in the Commons Sir Keir used his last appearance to thank members of the public whose circumstances had improved under the current government. He also addressed his family directly before leaving the chamber. MPs responded with sustained applause as he concluded his remarks and crossed the floor to greet the speaker.
