Starmer expected to announce exit plan to clear way for Burnham to become PM
Ministers say Starmer will set out his intentions on Monday morning with an autumn departure the most likely option
TL;DR
- Keir Starmer is expected to announce his resignation timetable on Monday morning.
- An autumn departure is the most likely option, allowing time for a new leader to prepare.
- Andy Burnham is seen as the likely successor, potentially becoming prime minister without a formal contest.
- Wes Streeting has stated he would contest any leadership challenge, but his participation is uncertain.
- Several cabinet ministers have privately urged Starmer to resign.
- Donald Trump commented on Starmer's expected resignation via Truth Social.
- There is a need to balance leadership contests with maintaining party authority, learning from 'the Tories'.