Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the job
The Observer report said Starmer was discussing the matter with his wife at his Chequers country residence before making a final decision.








The Observer report said Starmer was discussing the matter with his wife at his Chequers country residence before making a final decision.
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