Starmer loyalist warns against ‘copying Tories’ but admits PM is unpopular
Summary
A close ally of Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Starmer is unpopular but warned Labour against frequently changing leaders like the Conservatives. The ally said the party should unite behind Starmer and focus on delivering results for the country.Key Facts
- Steve Reed, Labour’s housing secretary, described Prime Minister Keir Starmer as “unpopular.”
- Reed warned that constantly changing leaders hurt the Conservatives, who had five prime ministers in eight years.
- No Labour MP has gained enough support to officially challenge Starmer’s leadership.
- Labour recently faced poor local election results, increasing pressure on Starmer to resign.
- 89 Labour MPs have publicly asked for Starmer to step down but lack agreement on a replacement.
- Reed urged the party to put the country's interests first instead of party infighting.
- Reed pointed out that UK GDP growth was the fastest in the G7 and NHS waiting lists are falling as signs of progress.
- Labour mayor Andy Burnham may try to re-enter parliament and challenge Starmer’s leadership.
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