The United Kingdom, a key ally of Ukraine, is currently going through a challenging political period. The country is seeing major changes that could affect its foreign policy and continued support for Ukraine. Despite broad consensus on the need to support Ukraine, Britain's current capacity is limited. Nevertheless, the UK was the first to lead the wave of international support, and now Germany is joining the process more actively.
Amid this new political reality, the future of Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his government is in question. Labour has been in power for a year, but reforms are slow, and support is declining rapidly. The country faces a series of crises: welfare reform, higher taxes, and cuts in social benefits have all triggered controversy. Especially unpopular was the government's decision to cut off winter heating payments for millions of pensioners.
The government is accused of inaction and being out of touch with ordinary people. Starmer’s authority is falling; recent polls show only 24% support Labour, while 65% disapprove of the prime minister’s actions. Internal splits are growing, with some MPs leaving for Jeremy Corbyn’s new party. More radical Labour members and critics see cuts to social welfare and lavish donor gifts as incompatible with the party’s core values.
The government also faces criticism for slow decision-making, security issues, and lagging reforms. Rising immigration, funding scandals, and sluggish defense reforms have all eroded public trust. Britain’s political landscape is fragmenting: Nigel Farage’s populist party is gaining ground, the Greens are competing for votes, and new leftist movements are emerging.
Projections suggest that Labour could lose seats in Parliament in the next local elections, and Starmer could face pressure to step down. To survive, the government must show clear results, or the party may face further turmoil.
