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U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

NPR News · Jun 22, 2026, 8:52 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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The U.K. will have its seventh prime minister in 10 years. Keir Starmer is stepping down. His likely successor is the outgoing Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.

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U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

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