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Labour’s Poll Plunge Sparks Reshuffle Amid Economic Crisis

9/2/2025

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Labour's poll numbers have fallen to 20%, placing them behind Reform UK.
Rising inflation and a £40bn spending gap complicate the upcoming budget, leading to potential tax increases.
Keir Starmer has reshuffled his team, appointing new economic advisers to enhance fiscal policy.
Labour faces internal dissent and external pressures on immigration and economic management ahead of the spring 2026 local elections.

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Story summary

Labour's poll numbers have fallen to 20%, placing them behind Reform UK.
Rising inflation and a £40bn spending gap complicate the upcoming budget, leading to potential tax increases.
Keir Starmer has reshuffled his team, appointing new economic advisers to enhance fiscal policy.
Labour faces internal dissent and external pressures on immigration and economic management ahead of the spring 2026 local elections.