Keir Starmer: “And when I leave the biggest job in the country, I shall spend more time on the most important job”

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.

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

I am about to visit His Majesty the King to offer my resignation and close the book on my time as Prime Minister. My work is done.

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.