Keir Starmer says he'll resign as prime minister
Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister and leader of Labour Party
Starmer described becoming prime minister was the "proudest moment" of his life
His party is asking whether he is best placed to lead it into the
next election, said Starmer, adding that he had "heard the answer" and
"accepts that answer with good grace"
Starmer announced he had already spoken with the King and in said if there is a contest to succeed him, a new Labour leader will be in place before parliament returns in September
The PM added that will do everything he can to ensure an orderly
handover of power, and will give his successor his full support
Getting emotional toward the end of his speech, Starmer said he would now be the best husband and dad to his "fantastic wife" and "beautiful children" - before embracing his wife and returning to No 10
