The UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, has released a statement mourning the passing of his brother Nick, who passed away on Boxing Day at 60 years old from cancer. Starmer described his sibling as “a wonderful man” who “met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour.” The Prime Minister followed up with gratitude for those who treated and cared for his brother. In light of the loss, Starmer has decided to stay home instead of taking his planned holiday.
While the Prime Minister has not divulged many personal details about his family life, Nick Starmer’s death has brought to light the tight bond between the brothers and the impact Nick’s passing will have on Sir Keir. The two are believed to have grown up in a council estate in the South of England. Nick, who was an accountant, married and had two children. The Starmer family is said to be a close-knit one, and Sir Keir is no stranger to grief as he has previously stated that his mother died when he was a teenager.
Sir Keir was elected as the Leader of the Labour Party in April of 2020 and has been working hard to create a positively radical party in the UK despite the challenges brought on by COVID-19. Despite his responsibilities as Prime Minister, Sir Keir has made it a priority to be with his family during this time. Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy, and we offer our condolences to the family on the loss of Nick Starmer.
It is important to note the great emotional toll of events like this on our leaders. In the face of tragedy, the human side of even our most powerful figures is revealed. Sir Keir’s statement highlights the importance of remembering and appreciating those who care for our loved ones in times of illness and crisis
Read the full article from The BBC here: Read More
