Keir Starmer insists he won’t resign amid potential replacements already emerging

Published February 9, 2026 8:13pm ET



British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he isn’t going anywhere, but bookies claim his time is already up.

The prime minister, facing calls to resign from inside and outside his party over his appointment of now-disgraced ambassador Lord Peter Mandelson, told his closest allies on Monday evening that he will not step down.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.