Starmer Faces Badenoch at PMQs Amid Southport Attack Fallout

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing criticism from the Conservative Party, led by Kemi Badenoch, regarding the government's transparency following the Southport attack last summer. Badenoch welcomed Starmer's announcement of a public inquiry but emphasized that Labour should not use it to deflect from its own shortcomings. The inquiry aims to investigate the state's failure to prevent the attack by killer Axel Rudakubana, who had previously been referred to the Prevent counter-extremism strategy multiple times. Starmer is set to confront Badenoch during Prime Minister’s Questions, where she is expected to demand clarity on government knowledge related to the case. The political climate is further complicated as the economy remains a pressing issue for both parties. Additionally, Starmer has warned of a new terrorism threat from 'loners and misfits' following the recent tragic events.