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Starmer praises 'wonderful' brother after death at 60
The Independent
|December 28, 2024
Sir Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his brother Nick, who died from cancer on Boxing Day at the age of 60.
The prime minister said: "My brother Nick was a wonderful man. He met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour. We will miss him very much. I would like to thank all those who treated and took care of Nick. Their skill and compassion is very much appreciated.”
A spokesperson for the prime minister said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Starmer. Nick died peacefully on the afternoon of 26 December after battling cancer. We ask for privacy for Nick’s wider family at this time.”
Sir Keir was set to go on holiday with his family yesterday, but it is understood that he will now stay at home.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch said: “This is such awful news. Particularly devastating at Christmas time. My sincere condolences to Keir Starmer and all his family.”
Sir Keir has always been protective of his family’s privacy, particularly that of his children, but has spoken about Nick in interviews as well as sharing details of his relationship with his siblings for a recent biography.
This story is from the December 28, 2024 edition of The Independent.
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