Keir Starmer: “I will not walk away from my premiership and will fight any leadership contest that comes about.”

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.

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

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

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