Overview
- Matthew Doyle has resigned as Keir Starmer's director of communications after nine months in the role, citing the stabilization of the government's communications strategy as a key milestone.
- Doyle's departure follows his significant role in helping Labour transition into government after its turbulent early months in power post-2024 general election victory.
- This marks the second notable exit from Starmer's senior team, following Sue Gray's departure as chief of staff in October 2024.
- Doyle's responsibilities will now be split between James Lyons, overseeing communications strategy, and Steph Driver, managing communications delivery.
- A veteran Labour strategist with over 25 years of experience, Doyle played a pivotal role in shaping the party's messaging under both Tony Blair and Keir Starmer.