Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, has paid tribute to his “wonderful” brother who tragically passed away on Boxing Day.
Starmer’s brother, who has not been publicly named, is said to have died after a long battle with a serious illness. In a statement released by the Labour Party, Starmer described his brother as a “wonderful brother, husband, and father” and said that his family was “heartbroken” by the loss.
The news of his brother’s passing comes just weeks after Starmer had to self-isolate due to a member of his staff testing positive for COVID-19. Despite the difficult circumstances, Starmer has continued to lead the opposition party and hold the government to account during the ongoing pandemic.
In his statement, Starmer thanked the NHS staff who had cared for his brother and urged people to follow public health guidelines to protect themselves and others from the virus.
The Labour leader’s tribute to his brother has been met with an outpouring of support from politicians across the political spectrum. Prime Minister Boris Johnson offered his condolences to Starmer and his family, saying that he was “deeply saddened” to hear of the loss.
The death of his brother will undoubtedly be a difficult time for Starmer and his family, but his commitment to his role as leader of the Labour Party remains unwavering. As he continues to navigate the challenges of leading the opposition during a global pandemic, Starmer’s dedication to public service and his resilience in the face of personal tragedy serve as a testament to his strength of character.
Our thoughts are with Sir Keir Starmer and his family during this difficult time.