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Starmer's 44-Country Tours Spark Criticism Amid Cost of Living Crisis

11/15/2025

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Sir Keir Starmer, the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, has faced criticism for extensive foreign travel.
In 17 months, he visited 44 countries, amassing nearly double the air miles of former Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Public support has sagged, as calls grow for more focus on domestic issues, especially the cost of living.
Critics, including Green Party leader Zack Polanski, say frequent flights conflict with net-zero commitments.

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Story summary

Sir Keir Starmer, the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, has faced criticism for extensive foreign travel.
In 17 months, he visited 44 countries, amassing nearly double the air miles of former Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Public support has sagged, as calls grow for more focus on domestic issues, especially the cost of living.
Critics, including Green Party leader Zack Polanski, say frequent flights conflict with net-zero commitments.