Keir Starmer becomes prime minister after Labour’s historic win
Keir Starmer became Britain’s prime minister on Friday, ushering in a new era after 14 years of Conservative rule, following a stunning victory that brought his left-leaning Labour Party to power with a huge majority. Starmer met King Charles III at Buckingham Palace and was invited to form a government. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer said his would be a “government of service,” telling voters: “You have given us a clear mandate, and we will use that to deliver change.” Key updates Starmer vows to rebuild nation in first speech as prime minister King Charles invites Starmer to form a government, capping Labour victory Conservative lawmakers strike gracious note in concession speeches
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