UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure amid reports that he could announce his resignation and a timeline for stepping down as early as Monday. While government sources deny the claims, internal Labour Party dissent has intensified, with over 100 MPs reportedly calling for change. Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting are emerging as potential leadership contenders.

London: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer could announce his resignation as early as Monday and may also set out a timetable for stepping down. However, a government source has pushed back on the claim, stating that Starmer "remained focused on getting on with the job of governing," Reuters reported on Saturday, citing a report from Britain's newspaper The Observer.

According to the report, the pressure on Starmer has intensified in recent months and escalated sharply after Labour Party rival Andy Burnham won a parliamentary seat on Friday, which could enable him to mount a formal leadership challenge.

Reuters, citing The Observer, further reported that Starmer had been in discussions with his wife at his Chequers country residence before taking a final decision and that senior Labour figures were anticipating a possible statement on his future as soon as Monday.

However, the government source reiterated that the Prime Minister remains committed to his responsibilities, pointing to his earlier statements.