Keir Starmer: “It is our duty now to ensure that lessons are learned, that justice is delivered and that we choose unity and progress…”

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

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

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 will also continue, as I have done for a long time now with others, to work on combating violence against women and girls; that is an issue that matters to me hugely.