# 10 Downing Street says government won’t make any new policy announcements or spending commitments until a new prime minister is in place. This follows Keir Starmer’s resignation as prime minister and Labour Party leader. The party’s governing body will set out a timetable to replace Starmer, with nominations opening on 9 July and ending on 16 July. Andy Burnham is regarded by many as the frontrunner to replace Starmer. Government says policies that are currently underway will proceed as usual, which includes the long-awaited defence investment plan.
UK government won’t make any major spending commitments until a new prime minister is in place