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38% of Labour Voters Want Starmer Replaced: Poll

12/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A JL Partners poll shows 38% of Labour voters would prefer a new leader, suggesting Labour could fare better if Starmer were replaced.
Andy Burnham is the top choice among Labour voters for a new leader.
Sir Keir Starmer is viewed by many voters as the worst Labour prime minister in history.
Reform UK’s poll share declined to 25%, while Labour and the Conservatives have gained ground.

History

Historical Context

The Labour Party's internal strife intensified after Jeremy Corbyn's election as leader in September 2015, following Ed Miliband's resignation. Corbyn's leadership marked a shift towards the left, contrasting with Tony Blair's centrist New Labour approach. By 2023, 38% of Labour voters expressed a desire for new leadership, reflecting ongoing divisions that could impact the party's competitiveness against the Conservatives and Reform UK.

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Story summary

A JL Partners poll shows 38% of Labour voters would prefer a new leader, suggesting Labour could fare better if Starmer were replaced.
Andy Burnham is the top choice among Labour voters for a new leader.
Sir Keir Starmer is viewed by many voters as the worst Labour prime minister in history.
Reform UK’s poll share declined to 25%, while Labour and the Conservatives have gained ground.

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