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Starmer steps down as MP
Former British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation from his parliamentary seat representing Holborn and St Pancras, paving the way for a by-election to select a new MP. This move comes after the Labour Party's decline in local elections, where it lost 1,496 councillors and 38 councils, amid political pressures and rising challenges since Starmer took office as Prime Minister in July 2024. Starmer affirmed that he will continue to focus on international issues such as defense, security, and trade, as well as combating violence against women and girls, indicating that his experience will leave a positive impact on the constituency. His decision to step down has faced criticism from Conservatives, who described the move as draining public funds on costly elections, while the Green Party is seeking a candidate to contest the seat, with the results expected to test the level of support for Labour in the area.
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