Keir Starmer is resigning as UK prime minister. Here’s who will likely succeed him

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation after losing support from his Labour party, following a series of missteps that eroded voter confidence. Starmer, who led Labour to a significant election victory two years ago, will remain as caretaker prime minister until a new leader is chosen. Andy Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, is expected to succeed him, especially after winning a recent parliamentary election. Burnham has confirmed his intention to run, and with former Health Secretary Wes Streeting backing him, a leadership contest seems unlikely. Starmer’s resignation marks the sixth time in a decade that a British prime minister has left office prematurely. This announcement coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Brexit vote, a decision that continues to impact the UK’s economy and politics. Starmer’s departure reflects the need for new leadership to rejuvenate the party’s declining popularity. QUESTION: How might the frequent changes in leadership affect the stability and future direction of a country’s government?