Piers Morgan issued a scathing reaction to Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister on Monday, June 22, 2026, calling it a 'sad end to a dismal tenure.' In a post on X/Twitter, Morgan wrote: 'BREAKING: Keir Starmer cries as he resigns as UK Prime Minister. Sad end to a dismal tenure. Never seen such a big election win end in such abject failure so fast. Bottom line: he wanted power but didn't know how to lead the country. He was the ultimate man without a plan.'
Starmer's Resignation Announcement
Sir Keir Starmer officially resigned as leader of the Labour Party and Prime Minister during a statement at Downing Street. He acknowledged he was not best placed to lead Labour into the next General Election and informed King Charles of his decision. Starmer became Prime Minister in July 2024 after Labour's landslide victory, but his tenure lasted less than two years. The UK will now have its seventh Prime Minister since 2016.
Transition Timeline
Starmer revealed that nominations for his replacement will open on July 9 and close by July 16, the start of the parliamentary summer recess. If a contest occurs, a new leader will be in place before Parliament returns in September. He pledged to remain as Prime Minister until the leadership contest concludes and to ensure an 'orderly' transition. He also promised his successor 'full and unequivocal support,' stating they would inherit 'a Britain that is far stronger and fairer than the one I inherited two years ago.'
Morgan's Changing Views
Morgan had previously praised Starmer in 2024 after his election victory, calling him 'a good, decent, hard-working, self-made man who wants the best for his country.' However, in the years that followed, Morgan joined calls for Starmer's resignation. Earlier in 2026, he shared a photo of the two together on Instagram, captioning it: 'Keir, you're a good man... But this can't go on. For the good of the country, resign.'
Emotional Final Speech
Ending his speech on an emotional note, Starmer said: 'When I leave the biggest job in the country, I shall spend more time on the most important job, being the best husband I can to my fantastic wife Vic... and being the best dad I can to my beautiful children, who are my pride and my joy.'
