UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer began his first day in office after his Labour party won a landslide victory, ending Conservative rule. Starmer held his first Cabinet meeting with key ministers like the first woman finance minister, Rachel Reeves, and new foreign minister David Lammy.
Starmer emphasized the need for immediate action as he aims to rebuild Britain. He outlined his government’s missions, including revitalizing the National Health Service, securing borders, and ensuring safer streets. However, challenges like a stagnant economy and public services await. World leaders congratulated Starmer, highlighting the strong UK-US relationship and aligned economic goals.
Meanwhile, Labour’s historic win saw the party near its record seats under Tony Blair. The Conservative party faced its worst-ever defeat, leading to Rishi Sunak’s apology and resignation as leader. The election also brought gains for the Liberal Democrats but setbacks for the Scottish National Party.
Overall, Labour’s victory was tempered by a low voter turnout and challenges ahead. Despite the success, Labour faces the task of securing more votes in future elections.