Starmer justified his move by citing success in internal party renewal. He took over the Labour Party when it was “politically, financially and morally bankrupt,” he said, and fundamentally reformed it – including removing “the poison of antisemitism” and restoring trust in the economy, defense, and national security.
The most promising candidate for the succession is the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham. He recently won a by-election in the Makerfield constituency and is expected to take his seat in the House of Commons on Monday. According to the BBC, a scenario of Burnham’s “coronation” is expected within the Labour Party – he could run as the sole candidate without serious internal competition and become the new prime minister as early as autumn during the annual Labour Party conference.
Starmer took over the Labour Party in opposition in 2020 and led it to a landslide election victory four years later: the party won 412 seats in the House of Commons and returned to power after 14 years. Starmer then became prime minister.
Source: www.bbc.com
