Why is Keir Starmer a Sir?
Ever since Sir Keir Starmer took over as Labour leader, onlookers have often wondered why he is a "Sir." Being knighted is one of the most prestigious titles to be awarded in Britain, and it is given out by the monarchy. The Labour leader's official title is Sir Keir Starmer, but he prefers people not to use it. He was knighted in 2014 for "services to law and criminal justice."
When did he get his knighthood?
Keir Starmer was knighted at Buckingham Palace in 2014. At the time, he had just stepped down as head of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) by the Attorney General. He held the role for five years, between 2008 and 2013.
Why was Keir Starmer awarded a knighthood?
Mr. Starmer was knighted for "services to law and criminal justice." Throughout his illustrious law career, he worked on a number of significant cases, including those of Stephen Lawrence, Ian Tomlinson, and Chris Huhne.
