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The UK's Labour Party swept to power earlier today after winning the country's general election, crossing the 326-seat threshold for a working majority in the House of Commons.
Labour leader Keir Starmer addressed supporters at a triumphant dawn rally in London, moments after the results that sealed its landslide win were announced.
Starmer, former human rights lawyer turned state prosecutor's ruthless ambition and formidable work ethic made him the favourite to end 14-years of conservative rule.
The work of change begins today. pic.twitter.com/DfP1UG1Upr
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) July 5, 2024
The EU on Friday congratulated Keir Starmer on Labour's election win in Britain, with European Council President Charles Michel calling it "historic'.
Exit polls being confirmed by a count of ballots in Britain's general election put Labour on track to claim a landslide win, which would make Starmer the incoming prime minister.
The vote results showed Britain moving left as many of its EU allies shifted rightwards.
Starmer has vowed to build closer ties with the EU, but without reversing Brexit.
Analysts say Brussels strongly welcomes him taking power, seeing it likely to usher in more pragmatic and constructive dialogue with London after years of often rocky ties with his Conservative predecessors.
One EU official, speaking to AFP on condition of anonymity, said a "return to internationalist policies" from London would be "refreshing".
