Keir Starmer: “My first duty is to keep the British people safe, and I will always do what is necessary to protect our national…”

Since then, it has been the privilege of my life to serve you and this great country as Prime Minister, and I am confident that Britain is now stronger and fairer than it was two years ago.

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

They have been resolute in their support for me, firstly in becoming an MP and then becoming the leader of Labour party and then as prime minister.

I will now focus on other things and that will be international affairs including defence, security, trade and technology in a fast-changing world.