British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

TL;DR

Keir Starmer resigns as leader of the Labour Party.
Resignation follows disastrous local election results in early May.
Former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is the leading contender to succeed Starmer.
Burnham has announced his intention to run for party leadership.
Starmer's departure could happen by July if a consensus successor is chosen, or by September after a leadership contest.
Under British political system, the public elects Members of Parliament, and the leader of the majority party becomes Prime Minister.
Labour lost significant seats in local elections, including a firm grip on the Welsh legislature.
Reform UK party saw gains in local elections.
Starmer struggled with criticism of being more of a manager than a leader.
Several ministers resigned during Starmer's tenure, including Defence Secretary John Healey.

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