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The News Agents

Why the tide isn’t turning against Labour

Jun 2, 2024
Exploring the turbulent week for Labour, polls show electoral wipeout for Tories but Starmer's ratings improve. Internal party dynamics and ideological balance, Labour's migration stance and political strategies, potential election outcomes, and national swing models.
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Quick takeaways

  • Despite internal conflicts, Labour maintains a strong lead over the Tories in polls.
  • Labour struggles to articulate migration policies without setting unrealistic targets.

Deep dives

Labour Party's Turbulent Week

The podcast discusses the chaotic events within the Labour Party where a week of internal conflict and uncertainty led to surprisingly stable poll results. Despite the turmoil and debates about allowing a specific MP to stand, Labour's lead over the Tories remained strong. The negotiations and shifts in decisions regarding the MP's eligibility illustrated the party's struggle with internal unity and decision-making processes.

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