Sir Keir Starmer Sets Out Plan to Make UK World Leader in AI | BBC News

Jan 13, 2025 | Artificial intelligence (AI) presents a "vast potential" for rejuvenating UK public services, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said.

In a speech setting out the government's plans to use AI across the UK to boost growth and deliver services more efficiently, the prime minister said the government had a responsibility to make AI "work for working people".

But the announcement has prompted questions from critics over how much time and money will be needed to make the government's vision a reality, after concerns over current borrowing costs and the pound falling to a recent low.

Keir Starmer Pays Tribute to Brother Who Died on Boxing Day

THE GUARDIAN: Nick Starmer, 60, who had cancer, ‘met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour’, says PM

Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his brother, Nick, who had cancer and died on Boxing Day aged 60.

The prime minister said his younger brother was “a wonderful man” who “met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour”.

He said in a statement: “I would like to thank all those who treated and took care of Nick. Their skill and compassion is very much appreciated.”

Starmer had been due to go on holiday abroad with his family on Friday but will now stay at home.

A spokesperson for the prime minister said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Starmer. Nick, 60, died peacefully on the afternoon of December 26 after battling cancer. We ask for privacy for Nick’s wider family at this time.” » | Eleni Courea and agency | Friday, December 27, 2024

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Sir Keir Starmer’s brother dies aged 60: Nick Starmer died peacefully on Boxing Day after suffering from cancer, PM says »

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Starmer pays tribute to brother who died on Boxing Day: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his younger brother Nick, who had cancer, after he died on Boxing Day at the age of 60. »

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Starmer More Unpopular after Five Months than Any Other PM in Over 40 Years

THE TELEGRAPH: Plummeting satisfaction rating reflects turbulent start in No 10

Sir Keir Starmer’s first five months of changes have caused his popularity to plummet | LEON NEAL/GETTY IMAGES
Sir Keir Starmer is more unpopular after five months in Downing Street than any other prime minister since the late 1970s, according to the latest poll.

A survey conducted between Nov 27 and Dec 4 found 61 per cent of voters were dissatisfied with Sir Keir’s performance while just 27 per cent were satisfied.

That gave the Prime Minister a net satisfaction score of minus 34.

Ipsos said it was the worst score recorded for a prime minister after five months in office in its history, dating back to Margaret Thatcher.

Sir Keir suffered a rocky five months in No 10, which included the freebies scandal, scrapping the winter fuel payment for 10 million pensioners, a Budget that increased taxes by £40 billion and Louise Haigh’s resignation from the Cabinet. » | Jack Maidment, Politics Live Blog Editor. Dominic Penna, Political Correspondent | Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Britain Is Back’: Keir Starmer Promises UK Will Be At The Heart of Europe

THE OBSERVER: Prime minister wants to foster a new spirit of cooperation and partnership to confront the crises facing the continent

Keir Starmer has promised a new era of closer relations with Europe to ensure future generations can look back “on what our continent achieved together” before a key meeting of European leaders this week.

Starmer said Europe as a whole faced security crises and linked problems over migration, and that Britain should be at the heart of the continent’s efforts to confront them.

In his most positive comments about the UK and Europe since he campaigned against Brexit and for a second referendum, the prime minister said that Europe was “at the forefront of some of the greatest challenges of our time”.

Speaking before a meeting at Blenheim Palace on Thursday of the European Political Community, he said: “Russia’s barbaric war continues to reverberate across our continent, while vile smuggling gangs traffic innocent people on perilous journeys that too often end in tragedy.

“We cannot be spectators in this chapter of history. We must do more and go further, not just for the courageous Ukrainians on the frontlines, or those being trafficked from country to country, but so our future generations look back with pride at what our continent achieved together. » | Toby Helm, Political editor | Sunday, July 14, 2024

At last! Some grown-up government after more than fourteen years of a freak show, a sh**sh*w, and Mickey Mouse government, if government it can indeed be accurately referred to! Punch and Judy have been put to bed! Hopefully, forever silenced!

Now, all we need is for Sir Keir Starmer to think of a way of reversing that ludicrous and impoverishing Brexit. Common sense dictates that Britain’s place is in the heart of Europe. Ergo, we belong in the European Union as full members. This will ensure peace and security in the whole of Europe and it is the sine qua non of prosperity for all. — © Mark Alexander

Sir Keir Starmer's First Cabinet: Who Has Been Appointed?

Jul 6, 2024 | A look at who takes their place in Cabinet as Sir Keir Starmer organises his top team after becoming Prime Minister.

Labour Wins UK General Election with Keir Starmer to Be Next Prime Minister | BBC News

Jul 5, 2024 | Labour has officially won the 2024 general election after reaching the required 326 seats.

Speaking in central London, the next prime minister Keir Starmer says "change begins now". "It feels good, I have to be honest," he tells a cheering crowd. He adds that the task of a Labour government is "nothing less than renewing the ideas that hold our country together".

UK General Election: Sunak and Starmer Clash over Borders, Tax and Gender in TV Debate | BBC News

Jun 26, 2024 | The leaders of the UK's Conservative and Labour parties faced each other in the final television debate, ahead of the general election on 4 July.

Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer clashed repeatedly on their plans for tax and immigration, while facing audience questions.

They were challenged about integrity in politics in one of the last major set-piece moments before polling day next week.

The Lady's Not for Turning... Up' - Says Labour, as PM Is a No-show

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has slammed Prime Minister Liz Truss for not turning up to answer his Urgent Question on the sacking of Kwasi Kwarteng.

Mr Starmer had called for Ms Truss to come to the Commons and answer the question in front of MPs, but instead sent former Tory leadership contest rival Penny Mordaunt