Even with four years of his term to go, there’s a palpable feeling in the air that Mr. Starmer’s time may be coming to an end. Part of the issue, to be sure, is not of Mr. Starmer’s making. And the waning of Britain’s influence on the global stage, of course, long predates Mr. Starmer’s premiership. But Mr. Starmer is grappling with a more existential problem, about his purpose and ability as a political figure. Ironically, this comes from a point of principle: Mr. Starmer apparently despises the use of his personal life as a prop.

Source: The Times July 07, 2025 14:23 UTC