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Anushka Asthana on the perils of Keir Starmer’s fragile majority

Sep 19, 2024
Anushka Asthana, a seasoned political journalist, unpacks the delicate situation surrounding Keir Starmer's leadership. She outlines how Starmer's fragile majority complicates his political honeymoon. The discussion touches on his blend of kindness and ruthlessness as he navigates controversies, including a sleaze scandal and declining approval ratings. Asthana highlights the urgent need for strategic shifts at the Labour Party conference, amid concerns over public perception and the implications of financial deficits on governance.
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