Starmer Faces Cabinet Meeting Amid Growing Resignation Tensions

Starmer is set to chair a crucial cabinet meeting today as tensions mount within the Labour Party following a string of high-profile resignations. In less than two weeks, the Labour leader has lost his deputy prime minister, his ambassador to Washington, and his chief strategist, sparking fresh doubts about his leadership.

Adding to the pressure, a new poll by Survation shows only 26% of Labour members have a favorable opinion of Starmer, while nearly 59% view him unfavorably. Just 25% of members believe the party is moving in the right direction. This data underscores the internal challenges Starmer faces as critics question his leadership style and strategic choices.

The Commons heads into a four-week recess after today, offering Starmer temporary relief from internal plotting. Yet the debate over Peter Mandelson’s appointment and past associations with Jeffrey Epstein continues to raise difficult questions for the Labour leader. Meanwhile, Lucy Powell is leading in the deputy leadership contest, seen as a signal of dissatisfaction among members.

Although a leadership challenge seems unlikely for now, the discontent within Labour ranks highlights Starmer’s urgent need to rebuild trust and stabilize his position ahead of future political battles.