- Leading historian Sir Anthony Seldon has described Sir Keir Starmer's start as prime minister as the most inept in a century, suggesting it is even worse than Liz Truss's brief tenure.
- Mr Seldon criticised Sir Keir for lacking a clear plan, not consulting previous prime ministers, and having an unclear purpose for his leadership.
- Polling expert Professor Sir John Curtice agreed, stating it has been the "worst start for any newly elected prime minister, Labour or Conservative".
- Sir Keir recently admitted he was slow to address a growing rebellion over welfare reforms as he was focussed on foreign affairs like G7, Nato summits, and Middle East tensions.
- Despite significant backbencher opposition, Starmer is expected to win a crucial vote on welfare reforms on Tuesday.
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