British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce on Monday his decision to resign, amid growing pressure from Labour Party lawmakers and an internal debate over the future direction of the party.
According to reports in the British media, Starmer is facing increasing calls to make way for new leadership, with Andy Burnham emerging as one of the leading figures being considered to take over the leadership of the Labour Party.
In recent weeks, however, the Prime Minister and his allies had insisted that they would resist any potential leadership challenge ahead of the Makerfield by-election.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle stated that Starmer was spending the weekend reflecting on the political situation and recent developments, but he did not provide details regarding any possible decisions by the Prime Minister.
Kyle declined to comment on Starmer’s plans, leaving speculation open regarding the Prime Minister’s political future and the direction of the British government. While several reports suggest that a resignation announcement could come on Monday, government sources have maintained that Starmer remains focused on carrying out his duties, meaning that no official decision has yet been confirmed.
