Next in Line for Condolences as Starmer Takes on Role Following Biden's Passing | John Crace

The House of Commons, where Prime Minister Starmer took his turn in addressing MPs on Monday afternoon, became an arena for global politics and domestic concerns. After a visit to Washington for the NATO summit, Keir Starmer returned to discuss various international events with lawmakers in the UK, including European affairs and relations with President Biden of the United States.

The prime minister addressed several topics during his speech: firstly, he commended the US president's leadership and reiterated that it was a loss for all worldwide, not just America. He emphasized that while there would be no change in UK-US relations under Biden, acknowledged President Trump's influence on American politics.

Starmer then shifted gears to address migration concerns within the country by bringing Yvette Cooper's report on illegal immigration into focus. The revelations from the Home Office were staggering and left Starmer contemplating possible solutions.

Amidst these discussions, Rishi Sunak maintained his composure despite previous political setbacks. His graceful demeanor suggested a relief for having concluded his tenure in office. Meanwhile, Richard Tice briefly interjected during the session with remarks that resonated with some MPs, hinting at potential future endeavors within UK politics.