Keir Starmer
Some of the key events about Keir Starmer
- 1986Graduated with a first-class law degree from the University of Leeds
- 1987Completed a postgraduate Bachelor of Civil Law degree at St Edmund Hall, Oxford
- 1993Appointed Queen's Counsel at the age of 39
- 2002Appointed as Human Rights Adviser to the Northern Ireland Policing Board
- 2008Named Head of the Crown Prosecution Service and Director of Public Prosecutions
- 2008Faced criticism for his role in the decision not to prosecute police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes
- 2014Awarded a knighthood for "services to law and criminal justice"
- 2014Oversaw controversial decision not to prosecute Lord Janner on child abuse charges due to his dementia
- 2015Elected as Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras
- 2016Appointed as Shadow Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union
- 2016Resigned from shadow cabinet in protest against Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, contributing to internal Labour Party divisions
- 2017Supported Owen Smith's failed leadership challenge against Jeremy Corbyn, further deepening party rifts
- 2019Criticized for perceived ambiguity on Labour's Brexit stance during the general election campaign
- 2020Elected as Leader of the Labour Party and Leader of the Opposition
- 2020Faced backlash for firing Rebecca Long-Bailey from the shadow cabinet over allegations of antisemitism
- 2021Suspended Jeremy Corbyn from the Labour Party, leading to accusations of internal purging
- 2022Cleared of breaking lockdown rules by Durham Police investigation
- 2022Investigated by Durham police for potential COVID-19 lockdown breaches during a campaign event
- 2022Criticized for reversing Labour's stance on nationalizing key industries, disappointing some party members
- 2023Faced controversy over his stance on trans rights, leading to accusations of abandoning progressive values
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Keir Starmer Latest news
Poland takes lead in pushing for Ukraine-Russia peace talks this winter
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Top UK government job goes to health department chief with £200k salary
British PM ready to show detailed roadmap as Labour hits rough patch in polls
British transport chief quits over decade-old phone case that haunts career
British lawmakers face historic vote that could change end-of-life choices
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British missiles cross Russian border: Ukraine's military strategy takes new turn
Three deadly attacks in China lead to massive information blackout
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First UK-China top-level meeting in 6 years happens at Rio G20
British leader meets Xi: New chapter in UK-China relations ahead?
Trump advisor pushes UK to choose between US and EU economic paths
Starmer plans historic French visit as Western leaders worry about Ukraine future
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UK's new leader faces tough choices as Trump returns to White House
Global leaders' waiting game: From instant power to months-long transitions
UK economy might crash if Trump wins: Think tank shows shocking numbers
British students to pay more as university fees jump for first time since 2017
UK border chief wants to handle smugglers like terrorists - heres the new plan
British markets react to Labour's first budget while Starmer hints at bigger changes
British finance chief plans biggest tax shake-up since early 90s
Poland takes lead in pushing for Ukraine-Russia peace talks this winter
Poland steps up its diplomatic role as it prepares to lead EU presidency next month. **Donald Tusk** announces series of high-level meetings with European leaders to discuss potential peace negotiations
UK leader plans Gulf tour: Multi-billion trade deals and regional talks ahead
British PM sets out for crucial meetings with UAE and Saudi leaders to boost trade partnerships and discuss Middle East situation. The visit includes historic Cyprus stop - first bilateral trip in five decades
UK business group downgrades growth outlook after recent budget changes
Major UK employer group lowers next years economic forecast due to new budget rules that raise business costs. Different organizations show mixed predictions for UKʼs financial future
Royal welcome: Middle East leader brings billion-dollar hopes to London streets
British royals hosted Qatarʼs top leader in London for talks about money and peace. The visit highlighted UK-Qatar partnership while bringing up sensitive topics about Middle East situation
British PM hints at possible Ukraine peace talks while backing military aid
In a recent London speech **Keir Starmer** spoke about increasing Ukraine support to reach peace agreement. He stressed the need for European unity as Russia teams up with North Korea and Iran
Top UK government job goes to health department chief with £200k salary
UK Prime Minister makes key change in civil service leadership picking experienced official for top advisory role. The incoming Cabinet Secretary brings decades-long expertise to help implement new policies
British PM ready to show detailed roadmap as Labour hits rough patch in polls
After winning elections last summer‚ **Keir Starmer** plans to reveal specific targets for UKʼs development. His government faces challenges with recent polls showing unexpected competition from Conservatives
British transport chief quits over decade-old phone case that haunts career
Senior Labour minister steps down after decade-old police case resurfaces. The resignation adds to PM Starmerʼs growing list of challenges just months after taking office
British lawmakers face historic vote that could change end-of-life choices
British Parliament prepares to vote on letting terminally-ill patients choose their final days. The bill needs support from lawmakers while public opinion shows strong backing for this life-changing reform
Why British government gets nervous about possible changes in White House
UK-US partnership has always depended on personal bonds between leaders. Now British officials are thinking about what comes next after the upcoming US election
British missiles cross Russian border: Ukraine's military strategy takes new turn
Ukraine makes first-ever use of UK-made Storm Shadow missiles inside Russian territory. This move follows recent changes in Western policy about long-range weapons usage against Russia
Three deadly attacks in China lead to massive information blackout
Chinese authorities struggle to control information after three violent incidents hit different cities this month. Recent attacks raise questions about public safety measures and local government responses
UK retail giants warn government: Multi-billion cost surge threatens shops future
Top UK retail leaders join forces to challenge recent budget decisions that will add £7bn yearly costs starting next spring. Major chains including Tesco and M&S seek urgent talks with finance minister
UK and India's mega-deal: Why fresh trade talks could change everything
UK-India trade discussions set to resume after recent electoral shifts in both nations. The deal could reshape £42 billion worth of trade relations while opening new doors for tech and education partnerships
First UK-China top-level meeting in 6 years happens at Rio G20
British PM and Chinese leader had their first face-to-face talk since 2018 during G20 summit in Rio. Both countries discussed ways to work together while global issues shape the meetings agenda
British leader meets Xi: New chapter in UK-China relations ahead?
British Prime Minister makes first contact with Chinese leadership in six years at G20 summit. Both countries look to re-start economic talks and boost trade partnerships in coming months
Trump advisor pushes UK to choose between US and EU economic paths
US presidents economic advisor suggests UK should follow American-style trade model instead of EU ties. Top UK officials respond with plans to balance relationships with both economic powers
Starmer plans historic French visit as Western leaders worry about Ukraine future
British PM heads to Paris for a ground-breaking Armistice Day visit - first since Churchillʼs time. The meeting with Macron comes as Europe re-thinks its support for Ukraine amid US political shifts
British minister shoots down Farage's offer to be Trump's go-between
UK government dismisses idea of using **Nigel Farage** as link to incoming Trump administration. Treasury minister points to MP duties as priority over US diplomatic role
Inside secret talks: UK's new leader faces tough choices with Trump's comeback
British government tries to fix damaged relations with upcoming Trump administration. Top UK officialʼs old harsh words about Trump make things complex‚ while both sides look for ways to work together
UK's new leader faces tough choices as Trump returns to White House
British government rushes to fix damaged relations with incoming US president after earlier harsh words. Key policy shifts loom as UK adapts to changing trans-atlantic partnership
Global leaders' waiting game: From instant power to months-long transitions
Recent global elections show diverse transition periods for new leaders - from immediate power shifts to extended waiting times. Some countries make their leaders wait half-a-year while others do quick next-day transitions
UK economy might crash if Trump wins: Think tank shows shocking numbers
British research group warns about UKʼs weak economic future with growth hitting low points in coming years. Trumpʼs possible win and trade rules could make things even worse for British money-makers
British students to pay more as university fees jump for first time since 2017
Englandʼs universities will see first tuition fee increase in almost 8 years‚ moving to match inflation rates. Nearly half of UKʼs higher-ed institutions face money problems as overseas student numbers drop
UK border chief wants to handle smugglers like terrorists - heres the new plan
**Keir Starmer** plans to double UK border security funding and treat smuggling gangs like terror networks. His new anti-smuggling strategy includes high-tech surveillance and special investigators to stop channel crossings
British markets react to Labour's first budget while Starmer hints at bigger changes
Labourʼs first budget under **Rachel Reeves** brought mixed market reactions and growth forecasts. **Keir Starmer** points to upcoming reforms while getting support from global financial experts
British finance chief plans biggest tax shake-up since early 90s
First Labour budget in 14 years targets wealthy Brits and businesses to fund public services improvements. New finance minister wants to boost economy with extra borrowing while keeping markets calm