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Sarwar 'proud' of work with Starmer despite resignation call
Key takeaways
- Sarwar was the first major Labour figure to call for Starmer to quit, arguing in February that "too many mistakes" had been made by the UK government.
- Newly elected MP Andy Burnham is in pole position to succeed the prime minister after winning the Makerfield by-election.
- Responding to Starmer's announcement, Sarwar praised Starmer while calling for Labour to renew its focus on delivering "the change people need".
Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.
Angus Cochrane Senior political journalist, BBC Scotland PA Media Anas Sarwar called for Sir Keir Starmer to step down earlier this year Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says he is "proud" of his work with Sir Keir Starmer after the prime minister announced he would resign.
Sarwar was the first major Labour figure to call for Starmer to quit, arguing in February that "too many mistakes" had been made by the UK government.
Newly elected MP Andy Burnham is in pole position to succeed the prime minister after winning the Makerfield by-election.
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