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Starmer Resigns, Burnham Steps Up Amid 62% Public Support

6/25/2026

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Keir Starmer resigned as Labour leader, making Andy Burnham the party’s parliamentary figure.
Public backing for Starmer’s resignation is 62%, 30% in London, and higher in the Midlands, North, Scotland and Wales.
100 Labour MPs urged his exit, while 47% of Labour voters wanted him to stay versus 35% who favored departure.
Analysts warn the uneven regional backing may leave Labour with a sceptical base and limited national appeal.

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Keir Starmer resigned as Labour leader, making Andy Burnham the party’s parliamentary figure.
Public backing for Starmer’s resignation is 62%, 30% in London, and higher in the Midlands, North, Scotland and Wales.
100 Labour MPs urged his exit, while 47% of Labour voters wanted him to stay versus 35% who favored departure.
Analysts warn the uneven regional backing may leave Labour with a sceptical base and limited national appeal.