Outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer defended his administration's achievements during his final Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday, claiming he leaves Britain in a better state than when he assumed office two years ago.
Taking his final session at the House of Commons dispatch box, Starmer stated his administration had successfully stabilized the nation's economy, boosted defense capabilities, and restored international standing following Labour's 2024 general election victory.
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"I'm proud to leave this country in a better shape than I found it," Starmer said.
His final session was attended by his wife, Lady Starmer, and Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who appeared tearful during the proceedings.
Starmer led Labour to a 411-seat victory in July 2024, but his premiership faced multiple scandals, resignations, and policy shifts.
Starmer emphasized his work in reforming the Labour Party structure before taking office, citing efforts to combat anti-Semitism and rebuild public support that ultimately yielded a major electoral mandate.
"And I picked up our party, I turned it round, I made a promise to rip anti-Semitism out of my party, and I did.
I turned my party to face the country and we won a landslide for Labour at a general election," Starmer said.
Addressing the domestic record of his government, Starmer highlighted specific policy investments made during his two years in power.
"And after two years, we've stabilised the economy, we have invested heavily in our public services, we've put better protections in for children, particularly on child poverty, we strengthened our defence and we've enhanced our international reputation," Starmer said.
