Keir Starmer Resigns as MP, Triggering Holborn and St Pancras By-Election

Former British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that he will step down as MP for Holborn and St Pancras after 11 years in Parliament. His departure will trigger a by-election in the London constituency. Starmer said he made the decision after reflecting over the summer. He plans to focus on international affairs, including defence, security, trade and technology, while continuing his advocacy against violence against women and girls. The move comes weeks after his resignation as prime minister and creates an early electoral test for Andy Burnham’s Labour government. Labour held the seat in 2024 with a majority of more than 11,000 votes, although other parties are expected to compete strongly.

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