In the early general elections in England, Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak resigned from his party leadership after suffering a heavy defeat in the elections. Received by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, Sunak was resigned from his post as prime minister. It was reported that the King accepted the resignation.
After Sunak’s resignation, Labour Party leader Keir Starmer met with King Charles. The King offered Starmer the chance to form a government. Starmer accepted the offer and was appointed Prime Minister.
Starmer Promises Change
Keir Starmer made a statement outside the Prime Minister’s residence at 10 Downing Street after his meeting with the King. Starmer said he accepted the offer to form a government and commended Sunak as the first prime minister of Asian origin. Starmer said they would work to unite the country, emphasizing the public’s demand for change, service and respect in politics.
Election Results and Sunak’s Resignation
In the general election held in the UK, the Labour Party won a large majority in the parliament, winning 412 seats. This result ended 14 years of Conservative rule. The Conservative Party, led by Rishi Sunak, lost the election with 121 seats.
Rishi Sunak announced his decision to resign as party leader after the election results were announced and said he would remain in office until a successor was chosen. Keir Starmer was elected as Labour leader in April 2020.
