Labour Party leader Keir Starmer's dramatic resignation has sent shockwaves through British politics, raising questions about the party's future direction. Just a year ago, Starmer delivered a speech outside Number 10, outlining his vision for the country's recovery from the pandemic. In stark contrast, his resignation speech today is a stark reminder of the challenges he faced in leading the party to power. As Labour members and voters grapple with the implications of this sudden change, we take a closer look at how Starmer's rhetoric and tone have shifted over the past 12 months, and what this means for the party's prospects in the years to come.


A look back at Kier Starmer's first speech outside number 10 in 2024, compared to his resignation speech today.