# Why is Keir Starmer on the ropes?

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Podcast: [Sensemaker](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sensemaker-1661652)
Published: 2026-04-23T01:00:00+00:00
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Keir Starmer finds himself in hot water once again over the appointment of Peter Mandelson. How much danger is he in?  Reporter: Cat Neilan Writer: Poppy Bullard Producer: Casey Magloire Host: Casey Magloire Episode photography: Sofia Fenton Executive Producer: Jasper Corbett Clip credit: BBC News, Sky News, Times Radio  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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