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"Keir Starmer couldn't run a bath". What next for Labour?
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- The Story
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- May 11, 2026
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- 1882
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Summary
Labour suffered historic losses in Thursday’s elections, triggering dozens of the party’s MPs to call for Keir Starmer’s resignation. And yet, even with the party in disarray, the PM has so far remained defiant. So, can he survive? And what do the election results tell us about the country’s political future? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: Aubrey Allegretti, chief political correspondent, The Times Host: Manveen Rana Producers: Sophie McNulty, Dave Creasey We want to hear from you - email: [email protected] Read more: Challenge Keir Starmer by Monday or I will, Labour MP tells cabinet Further listening: Reform shake Labour to its core Clips: BBC, ITN, Times Radio, The Times Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.