Starmer hits back at Streeting’s resignation letter – what he said
Wes Streeting resigns as health secretary
Wes Streeting resigned as Health Secretary, stating he had lost confidence in Sir Keir Starmer‘s leadership and calling for a party leadership contest.
Streeting criticised the ‘drift’ and lack of vision within the Labour Party, stating that it was clear Sir Keir would not lead the party into the next general election.
He attributed Labour’s recent electoral difficulties partly to the ‘unpopularity of this Government’ and policy missteps, urging Starmer to facilitate a broad field of candidates for the leadership.
In response, Sir Keir expressed his regret at Streeting’s departure, praising his work and hoping they could still collaborate for the party’s future.
Streeting’s resignation follows a period of internal turmoil and increased calls for Sir Keir to step down in the wake of Labour’s recent election performance.
