He said he would remain in office until his party completes the process of choosing his successor.
Mr Burnham joined the Labour Party at the age of 15 and rose through the ranks.
Mr Starmer’s popularity has badly plummeted as his party continues to suffer losses in other elections.
The British PM said, “The attacks on our Jewish community are attacks on Britain.”
The statement noted that ordinary passport holders from both country could visit China visa free.
China and the UK on Friday agreed to develop a long-term and consistent comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries
According to the Financial Times, enrollment into UK varsities has fallen by over a one-third from key countries, including Nigeria and India.
The UK government says the increase would enable it to fund “vital services” in the country’s public sector.
The former prime minister said the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, which he founded, would be a willing partner of the Tinubu administration.
“The UK condemns this appalling attack on civilians and I send my deepest condolences to Rabbi Dee and his family.
