Keir Starmer Branded ‘WORST PM IN MODERN HISTORY’ After HORROR Poll Reveals Record Low Approval Ratings
According to GB News, Keir Starmer has faced a major setback as a new poll named him the worst Prime Minister in modern history. Just five months into his time as Prime Minister, his approval ratings have dropped to an all-time low, with 6 in 10 Britons unhappy with how he’s doing. What’s even more troubling for the Labour Party is that almost 40% of their own supporters feel disappointed in the leader who was supposed to guide them toward a better future.
Starmer has been on a global tour, recently making a stop in Norway to discuss growth and green energy. However, attention quickly turned to his appearance on the football pitch, playing for a North London side. Critics mocked his performance, joking that the safest position for him would be “right back in the changing rooms.”
At 60 years old, some admired his energy for playing the game, but others questioned the optics of the Prime Minister engaging in football antics while approval ratings at home continue to collapse.
The horror poll, conducted by Ipsos, placed Starmer’s approval rating at -34—the lowest recorded for any Prime Minister at this stage of their leadership. For context, Tony Blair enjoyed a glowing +57 approval rating during his early months in power, while even John Major and Margaret Thatcher fared significantly better.
Starmer’s unpopularity has been attributed to a lack of trust. Many see him as robotic, scripted, and out of touch with ordinary people. Critics have noted that his public appearances often feel lifeless, with little connection to the struggles of everyday voters.
Labour’s policies on green energy and farming have also come under fire. Starmer’s push for a rapid green transition has sparked fears of skyrocketing bills and blackouts, especially as wind and solar energy remain unreliable.
Over 40% of the country’s electricity still comes from gas, and critics argue that Starmer’s policies lack the balance needed to secure the country’s energy future. Meanwhile, his farming reforms have alienated rural voters, further denting Labour’s support base.
Even Labour’s traditional allies in the unions have been left frustrated, despite inflation-busting pay rises. Pensioners, too, have been angered by the government’s mishandling of winter fuel payments, with hundreds of thousands at risk of being left without support during the cold months.
The Daily Express highlighted that vulnerable elderly people must navigate a 48-page form to claim their allowance, a bureaucratic nightmare that many say reflects poorly on the government.
Amid Starmer’s growing unpopularity, whispers about potential leadership challengers have started. Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting has been praised for his confident and engaging media appearances, standing out in stark contrast to Starmer’s scripted and robotic style. Some are now viewing Streeting as a “leader-in-waiting,” ready to step in should Starmer’s leadership continue to falter.
Starmer’s record-low approval ratings have sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Labour insiders fear that his failure to connect with voters and deliver tangible results could harm the party’s chances in the next general election.
For now, the polls paint a grim picture for Starmer. Whether he can turn things around or if Labour looks to new leadership remains to be seen. One thing is certain: the road ahead for Keir Starmer and his government is fraught with challenges.