Watch live as Sir Keir Starmer delivers a make-or-break speech in the House of Commons on Monday, 11 May, as he battles to secure his political future following dismal local election results. The prime minister's statement comes after dozens of Labour MPs publicly called for his resignation after the party lost almost 1,500 seats.
Starmer's Response to Election Losses
Reacting to the results on Friday, Sir Keir insisted he would not resign but acknowledged the losses were 'tough' for Labour. Former deputy prime minister Angela Rayner issued a dramatic ultimatum to the PM, warning: 'What we are doing isn't working, and it needs to change. This may be our last chance.' Both Ms Rayner and health secretary Wes Streeting are seen as potential leadership contenders, though neither has yet made a move against Sir Keir.
Promises of Sweeping Changes
In his speech, Sir Keir is expected to promise sweeping changes to address the 'big challenges' confronting the UK in his latest bid to save his job. Monday could prove pivotal for the PM, with former Foreign Office minister Catherine West saying she will challenge Sir Keir for the Labour leadership if she remains 'dissatisfied' after his address.
