Starmer accepts his resignation and ready to go - Daily Mail

"He realises the current chaos is unsustainable. He simply wants to be able to do it in a dignified way and in a manner of his own choosing. He will set out a timetable," said the article’s author, citing a government member.

According to another source, it is still unclear when exactly the announcement will be made. Meanwhile, some of Starmer’s senior allies are urging him to hold off on any statements until the first polling results and vote count data from the by‑election in Makerfield are available.

"Morgan McSweeney [the PM's former chief of staff] has been urging him to hang on. He's arguing if they show a tight contest or that Andy is on course to lose, then there is still a chance," one minister said.

But one of Starmer’s supporters said he is not going to take risks by waiting for the by‑election results.

What else is known

For context, a few days ago, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would not step down, despite Labour’s crushing defeat in local elections and growing pressure within the party.

At the same time, things are not perfect within Starmer’s government. Yesterday, Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned, stating he had lost confidence in Starmer. He became the first government member to leave the team after Labour’s local election failure.

Moreover, he is ready to challenge the current prime minister if an internal party leadership election is called.