Slow-motion humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of Commons

Published: 7/2/2025
Slow-motion humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of Commons
Keir Starmer's loss of control in the Commons highlights a humiliating moment as his own MPs desert him over welfare reform. The government's multiple U-turns, including a climbdown on Personal Independence Payment criteria changes, reveal a lack of control and strategic missteps. The chaotic situation points to internal strife and challenges ahead, with implications for tax rises and potential leadership changes looming.