‘It's bleak’: Starmer on borrowed time as Cabinet splits

‘It's bleak’: Starmer on borrowed time as Cabinet splits

From The Daily T by The Telegraph

April 23, 2026 · 42 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges facing Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister amid Cabinet splits and the implications for upcoming local elections.

Sir Keir Starmer’s days as Prime Minister appear to be numbered, with briefings from Cabinet ministers that suggest growing discontent over the Mandelson saga. Camilla and Tim assess whether Starmer can limp on until the May local elections, and who might end up replacing him. Plus, Telegraph journalists Robert Mendick and Claire Newell reveal the extraordinary role played by Lord Hermer, the Prime Minister’s friend whom he appointed Attorney General, in the failed prosecution of British soldiers in Iraq, and reflect on yet another damaging example of Sir Keir’s lack of judgment. Read: The emails that prove Hermer was warned of Iraqi lies – but pursued veterans anyway 🚨 LIVE EVENT: The Daily T will be going on the road to London (April 27), Cardiff (April 28), Warwick (April 29) and Worthing (April 30) ahead of May’s critical local elections, where you'll have a chance to put your questions to Camilla and Tim. 🎟️ Tickets are limited, book yours now!: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/0/live-event-the-daily-t-on-the-road/ We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X ► Sign up to our most popular newsletter…

People in this episode

Hosts: Camilla, Tim

Guests: Robert Mendick, Claire Newell

Topics covered

  • politics
  • Cabinet discontent
  • leadership
  • Iraq prosecution
  • local elections
  • judgment

Keywords

  • Starmer
  • Cabinet
  • Mandelson
  • Iraq
  • Hermer
  • local elections
  • politics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Telegraph

Places: Iraq

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