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Starmer Resigns, Labour Sets July Leadership Vote; Farage Calls Election

6/22/2026

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Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Prime Minister outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, saying his party did not consider him the best choice to lead into the next general election.
Reform United Kingdom leader Nigel Farage called for an election and pledged party to deliver change.
Labour’s National Executive Committee will open leadership nominations on July 9, close them on July 16, and select a leader before Parliament reconvenes on September 1.

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Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Prime Minister outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, saying his party did not consider him the best choice to lead into the next general election.
Reform United Kingdom leader Nigel Farage called for an election and pledged party to deliver change.
Labour’s National Executive Committee will open leadership nominations on July 9, close them on July 16, and select a leader before Parliament reconvenes on September 1.