A fresh opinion poll has delivered another setback to the Labour Party, revealing that more than a third of its members have contemplated cancelling their membership in the last six months.
The survey, conducted by Survation among 1,078 party members between April 30 and May 5, found that 36 percent admitted to considering leaving the party since November. Furthermore, 51 percent of respondents stated that Sir Keir Starmer cannot reverse Labour's declining fortunes, with only 34 percent expressing confidence in his leadership.
Internal Dissent Grows
Lena Swedlow, deputy director of the progressive think tank Compass, commented: "Voters made their displeasure with Starmer's leadership heard on Thursday and now Labour members have too. Nearly half want him to stand down and over half don't think he's the man for the job. In the face of an incredibly serious economic situation at home and abroad, it's essential that the country and the party have a leader that they can trust."
She added: "There is a clear desire for change in both the politics and personnel of this Government. Making these changes in an orderly, measured, considered way will be crucial for the stability and prosperity of the country."
Election Losses Mount
The Labour Party suffered a severe blow in this week's local elections, losing 1,406 seats across the country, marking one of its worst-ever electoral defeats. In contrast, Reform UK gained more than 1,442 seats, while the Greens reached 515 councillors. The Conservatives lost 557 councillors, and the Liberal Democrats gained 151 seats.
Downing Street Responds
A Downing Street spokesman addressed the situation, stating: "Keir Starmer said yesterday he would set out the next steps in his plan to build a stronger and fairer Britain in the coming days. He has also appointed Gordon Brown as the Prime Minister's Special Envoy on Global Finance. The PM has committed to boosting the country's security and resilience. In this role, Gordon Brown will advise on how global finance cooperation can help to achieve this."
The spokesman added: "Today he has appointed Harriet Harman as the Prime Minister's adviser on women and girls. The PM committed to do more to eradicate structural misogyny and achieve a cultural change. This appointment will help to accelerate progress."
