The News Agents Q&A: The case for Keir, 2026 elections, and is Britain ungovernable?
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Dec 23, 2025 Jon and Lewis tackle whether Britain is ungovernable in the digital age, exploring how social media accelerates political chaos. They make the case for Keir Starmer, highlighting his strengths like stability and integrity, while debating his media approach and the need for a more relatable persona. The hosts pinpoint key elections to watch in 2026, including the UK May elections and US midterms. They compare today's political environment with the stability of past eras, ultimately suggesting that ungovernability isn't a foregone conclusion.
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Stability Over Spectacle
- Keir Starmer restored stability compared with the chaotic final years of the Tories.
- His government avoids daily provocation and exploitation of division as a political tactic.
A Tough Inheritance
- Starmer inherited a severe fiscal and public-service crisis unlike Blair's 1997 start.
- He has pursued reforms in health, relations with Europe, Ukraine support and a trade deal with India.
Decency Meets Media Reality
- Starmer is serious, decent and cares about integrity, which matters in office.
- But his cautious, non‑circus approach struggles to dominate media and political environments.