**Keir Starmer Faces Rising Discontent as Labour Party's Popularity Dwindles**

Thu Jul 17 2025 11:26:53 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**Keir Starmer Faces Rising Discontent as Labour Party's Popularity Dwindles**

**Prime Minister's Cautious Centrist Approach Under Scrutiny Amid Challenges**


**With Labour Party unity fraying, experts suggest a crucial turn towards leftist policies to regain voter trust.**

As the one-year anniversary of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s tenure approaches, the U.K. leader finds himself grappling with increasing discontent within his Labour Party and dwindling public support. Initially celebrated for a commanding 172-seat victory, Starmer now faces rebellion from over 120 Labour MPs who have threatened to reject his welfare legislation, indicating a significant shift in fortunes.

Political experts suggest that Starmer’s government has struggled to establish itself amidst economic challenges and foreign crises that continue to strain public finances. Recent polls indicate Labour is falling behind the anti-immigrant Reform U.K. party, raising concerns about Starmer’s leadership, especially as his approval ratings drop—even among Labour's core supporters.

Stanley B. Greenberg, a seasoned American pollster, argues that Starmer’s government must shift its strategy from a cautious centrist approach to a more left-leaning stance to rebuild its support base. He asserts that the party’s chances of recovery hinge on attracting voters from left-leaning factions such as the Liberal Democrats and Green parties.

Greenberg's recent poll of 2,048 British adults highlights the urgent need for Labour to refine its messaging and improve management of parliamentary members to regain traction. As political turbulence continues, observers are eager to see whether Starmer can adjust his strategy in time to unite his party and restore confidence among voters.

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