Emergency Episode:  How Long Can Starmer Cling On?

Emergency Episode: How Long Can Starmer Cling On?

May 12, 2026 · 23 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the turmoil surrounding Keir Starmer's leadership amidst calls for his resignation from MPs and ministers.

Sally Morgan, Polly Mackenzie, Danny Finkelstein (and Hugo) explain what's behind a chaotic day at Westminster - where Keir Starmer vows to carry on, despite a growing number of MPs and ministers calling for him to go. Why didn't the cabinet speak out, is government continuing to function, and does Wes Streeting need to move within 24 hours or miss out on the leadership? Send you questions, comments and voicenotes to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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