Keir Starmer: “There must be a U.S. backstop, because a U.S. security guarantee is the only way to effectively deter Russia from…”

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.

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.

Our public services are on the up, with the biggest fall in waiting times for 17 years. Children are being lifted out of poverty every single day.

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