Keir Starmer’s moment of drama is an unexpected gamble

Analysis: Resignation promise has been praised as a bold move but not everyone in the Labour camp is convinced it's the right one

• Starmer pledges to resign as Labour leader if fined

Keir Starmer has rarely before caused a moment of intense drama in national politics.

But his televised statement that he would quit if Durham police issue him with a fine for breaching Covid rules was a highly compelling moment, and an unexpected gamble for someone that colleagues sometimes refer to as cautious Keir".