Britain's Unreliable Partners: A Prime Minister's Sudden Departure Reflects Wider Instability The UK has seen another change in government since 2016, with Andy Burnham taking over as prime minister from Keir Starmer.
The shift is the latest notch on a crowded belt of leaders who have struggled to maintain stability. Starmer resigned in June despite leading Labour to a historic majority in parliament.
His decision to step down was reportedly due to concerns about his ability to lead the party into the next general election, despite local elections showing discontent with the status quo and a desire for change.