UK PM Keir Starmer reportedly preparing to resign, allies say
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Camilla Turner, Sabrina Miller, Dominic Penna
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Allies of UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer believe he is preparing to resign after losing support over the weekend. A senior government figure told The Telegraph that Starmer realizes 'the game is up' and is focusing on how to 'shore up his legacy.' The by-election victory of Andy Burnham in Makerfield has led to movement among Cabinet ministers, causing Starmer to reconsider his commitment to staying in office. A Labour MP loyal to the prime minister said he expects Starmer to announce his departure as soon as Monday.
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bskyUK PM Keir Starmer reportedly preparing to resign, allies saysmh.com.auKey quotes
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There had been 'quite a bit of movement' among Cabinet ministers since Andy Burnham's Makerfield by-election victory.
A Labour MP, who is usually considered to be a loyalist to the prime minister, said he believed Starmer would announce his departure date as soon as Monday.
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