Keir Starmer: “It is a fight my successor must now lead and I wish them the very best in their endeavours.”

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

I go with good grace, I go with a smile, and I go proud of everything we have achieved.

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.