Starmer says he has left UK in better shape

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that he was leaving the United Kingdom

"in better shape than I found it' as he fielded questions, criticism and even

a bit of praise from lawmakers in the House of Commons

for the last time on Wednesday.

Keir Starmer, outgoing British Prime Minister

Every Prime Minister knows, when they take up the torch,

that the day will come when they have to pass it on.

That day has come for me. This is the end of my political journey.

In six years, went from historic defeat in 2019 to historic victory in 2024.

And in two years in government, I leave the country in better shape than I found it.

I am proud of everything that we have achieved.

To all those in the gallery whose lives have been changed or improved

by this Labour government and all across the country

who struggle to be seen or heard, you're the reason I came into politics.

To my wife and children, I love you. Goodbye.

During Prime Minister's Questions, Starmer said he was proud

of his government's domestic policy achievements,

including stronger protections for working people, a reduction in child poverty,

a law designed to stop official cover-ups after tragedies

and higher defence spending.