King Charles officially appointed Sir Keir Starmer as the new UK Prime Minister at Buckingham Palace this morning.

Buckingham Palace has shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse video of Sir Keir Starmer arriving to meet with King Charles before being appointed the UK’s new Prime Minister.

While their actual meeting could not be filmed, the clip shows the Labour leader arriving at the Palace and shaking hands with the King before sitting down across from him following his landslide election win.

The two men exchanged a few words as His Majesty welcomed his new Prime Minister, the third so far of his less than two-year reign.

The King refers to Sir Keir being up all night as the election results came in, saying: “You must be utterly exhausted. and on your knees, anyway, you are here.”

He then adds: “You’ll have to get to grip with everything straight away”, to which the Prime Minister replies: “A quick change over” and the King responds: “To say the least.”

His Majesty then continued: “Having to get to grips with everything straight away.. must be exhausting.”

Earlier today Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “The King received in Audience The Right Honourable Sir Keir Starmer MP today and requested him to form a new Administration.

“Sir Keir accepted His Majesty’s offer and kissed hands upon his appointment as Prime Minister and First Lord of the Treasury.”

Upon arrival at the Palace around noon, Sir Keir and his wife Victoria were driven through the North Centre Gate and across the Forecourt, into the Quadrangle.

After the meeting between King Charles and Sir Keir Starmer at Buckingham Palace, the new Prime Minister expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the country. In a brief statement to the press gathered outside the Palace, Sir Keir emphasized his commitment to working tirelessly for the betterment of the nation. He outlined his priorities for the new Administration, focusing on key issues such as healthcare, education, and economic growth.As Sir Keir prepares to take on the responsibilities of leading the United Kingdom, he faces a challenging road ahead. With the country still grappling with the aftermath of the recent election and the ongoing impacts of the global pandemic, the new Prime Minister must act swiftly and decisively to address the pressing concerns of the public.One of the first tasks on Sir Keir’s agenda is to assemble his Cabinet and appoint key Ministers to oversee the various departments of government. This critical step will set the tone for his Administration and establish the team that will work alongside him to implement his policy agenda.In the coming days, Sir Keir will be meeting with leaders from across the political spectrum to discuss his vision for the future of the country and seek bipartisan support for his proposed initiatives. Building consensus and fostering cooperation will be essential as he navigates the complex landscape of British politics.As the nation watches with anticipation, Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership will be put to the test. His ability to bring about positive change and unite the country during these challenging times will define his tenure as Prime Minister. Stay tuned for more updates on Sir Keir’s progress and the latest developments in British politics. Like and follow our page to stay informed and engaged with the latest news and insights.