Watch: Sir Keir Starmer's last speech as prime minister in full
BBC News 2026-07-20 10:37:20
Context: Sir Keir Starmer delivered his final address as prime minister on Monday, marking the end of his tenure as Andy Burnham takes over the country's top job. Starmer stepped down on June 22, four days after Burnham won a Westminster seat. In his farewell speech, Starmer said "my work is done" and wished Burnham well.
Key Facts
- Sir Keir Starmer's final address as prime minister was delivered on Monday in front of an applauding crowd.
- Starmer announced he would step down on June 22, four days after Andy Burnham won a Westminster seat.
- Andy Burnham follows Keir Starmer, Rishi Sunak, and Liz Truss as the country's leader.
- In his farewell speech, Starmer said "my work is done" and wished Burnham well.
- Starmer was given the Order of Freedom medal in his final Ukraine trip as prime minister.