Keir Starmer: “Putin is killing children and civilians, and sabotaging hopes of peace. This bloodshed must end.”

Immigration is down significantly. Our defence and security are on a far stronger footing and our international reputation is greatly enhanced.

Our public services are on the up, with the biggest fall in waiting times for 17 years. Children are being lifted out of poverty every single day.

It’s work I started before I became an MP and it’s work I’m keen to continue after I’m an MP.

I think once you’ve been prime minister, it’s important to answer the question: what are you going to do next? Having decided I’m going to concentrate on international affairs, I think it’s right to step down.