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Keir Starmer to stay on as MP but unlikely to want cabinet role

The Guardian UK Wednesday 24 June 2026, 14:41 UTC By Jessica Elgot Deputy political editor 1 min read
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Spokesperson says departing PM will serve out remainder of his term representing Holborn and St PancrasUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer will remain the MP for Holborn and St Pancras after standing down as prime minister, Downing Street has confirmed. Starmer’s spokesperson said he was not expecting to take a role in Andy Burnham’s cabinet if offered one, though some MPs have suggested Burnham could make Starmer foreign secretary.

Spokesperson says departing PM will serve out remainder of his term representing Holborn and St Pancras

Keir Starmer will remain the MP for Holborn and St Pancras after standing down as prime minister, Downing Street has confirmed.

Starmer’s spokesperson said he was not expecting to take a role in Andy Burnham’s cabinet if offered one, though some MPs have suggested Burnham could make Starmer foreign secretary.

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