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Sinn Féin & DUP Support Slumps and Keir Starmer’s Future
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- Stormont Sources
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- Apr 23, 2026
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- 3105
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Summary
The latest LucidTalk poll is in, and it’s a rough snapshot for the big parties at Stormont. With Sinn Féin and the DUP seeing a dip in support, we ask: is the "First Minister effect" wearing off? In this episode, David McCann and Tim Cairns dive deep into the rising popularity of the SDLP’s Claire Hanna and the UUP’s John Burrows (and why that might not actually lead to more seats). Plus, we look across the water at a Prime Minister under pressure—how much longer can Keir Starmer survive? Finally, we look the "Fiscal Paralysis" at the heart of the Executive. Why has only 4% of a £230m transformation fund been spent while public services crumble? Tim has some ideas for the Assembly. Topics covered: The LucidTalk Poll: Winners and Losers. Is Claire Hanna is NI’s most popular politician. The "Gavin Robinson Problem" and the DUP’s next generation. Keir Starmer vs. The British Public: The Summer Recess deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.