Starmer’s Labour Marks One Year With Mixed Progress, Declining Support

One year after Keir Starmer's Labour Party won a historic landslide victory in the 2024 UK General Election, the government has experienced mixed results and growing challenges. Despite an initially strong boost in economic metrics such as disposable income, progress on key policy objectives like healthcare, housing, and crime has been limited, leading to some disappointment among party members and the public. Starmer's administration has faced internal divisions and several policy U-turns, contributing to a significant decline in his approval ratings. Critics highlight a paradox in Labour’s approach, which emphasizes fiscal responsibility and incremental economic growth targeted at 'working people' but struggles to deliver substantial change, especially in welfare reforms. The legacy of previous administrations and the challenge of managing a complex civil service have further complicated the government's ability to implement clear, detailed policies. Comparisons are being drawn between Starmer's tenure and the transformative post-war Attlee government, underscoring the need for a clearer, more ambitious vision to meet public expectations.