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[^3]\n\nKeir Starmer, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, announced on Tuesday via a post on X that he will resign from the British Parliament. [^4]\n\nSir Keir Starmer said he will continue his work on combating violence against women and girls, which he started before becoming an MP. [^5]\n\nSir Keir Starmer stepped down as UK prime minister earlier in the summer, with Andy Burnham replacing him. [^6]\n\nThe resignation of Sir Keir Starmer will trigger a by-election in the Holborn and St Pancras seat. [^7]\n\nKeir Starmer stated he will focus on international issues including defense, security, trade, and technology in a rapidly changing world. [^8]\n\nAndy Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, was confirmed as the successor who will take over the position of Prime Minister. [^9]\n\nStarmer confirmed his resignation in a statement posted on the social media platform X, stating his intention to concentrate on international affairs. [^10]\n\nStarmer told the Camden New Journal that he has changed his mind from his previous statement that he would remain as a lawmaker until the next general election. [^11]\n\nKeir Starmer guided Labour into power in 2024 with one of the biggest parliamentary majorities in Britain's modern history. 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