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Behind the Story: What next after a stormy year for UK PM Keir Starmer?

David, Fran and Katie discuss Keir Starmer's year in office on Behind the Story
David, Fran and Katie discuss Keir Starmer's year in office on Behind the Story

Twelve months is a long time in politics, especially if you are British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The UK Labour leader is marking a year in Downing Street as he faces revolt over plans to cut more than £5 billion from the country's welfare bill by 2030.

Ahead of a vote in Westminster tomorrow, Katie, Fran and David hear that he is still facing an uphill struggle to get the cuts across the line.

What have Starmer’s wins, losses and draws been over the past year in office after a "loveless landslide" election victory?

Could Nigel Farage be on track to take seats in the next election with the help of Rod Stewart?

The trio discuss what the future may hold with Financial Times Political Editor George Parker.

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