Support for Keir Starmer remains strong in the latest polls, despite ongoing criticism of the Prime Minister and his government. The latest Techne UK tracker poll shows that Labour’s share of the vote only dropped by one point to 31%, while the Tories gained one point to reach 23%. This indicates that the Conservative leadership candidates vying to replace Rishi Sunak have failed to capture the attention of the general public, beyond party activists.
During the Tory leadership contest in Birmingham, candidates such as Robert Jenrick, Tom Tugendhat, Kemi Badenoch, and James Cleverly participated in various events including fringes, Q&A sessions, and final speeches. However, their efforts seem to have fallen short of inspiring widespread support.
On the other hand, Nigel Farage’s Reform UK has maintained its position at 18%, the Lib Dems remain at 13%, and the Greens stay at 7%. According to Michela Morizzo, the Chief Executive of Techne UK, the latest poll results show a slight growth in the Conservative Party’s national vote share, while Labour’s position appears stable.
Despite the recent controversy over free gifts and the ongoing leadership contest within the Conservative Party, Keir Starmer’s popularity remains intact. The attention of the public seems to be focused on the two main parties, with both Labour and the Conservatives facing scrutiny over their performance.
One positive development for the Tories is that they have reached parity with Labour among pensioners, with both parties receiving 17% of the 65 and over age group. This shift comes after concerns were raised about Sir Keir Starmer’s decision to cancel the winter fuel allowance for 10 million pensioners.
Although Sir Keir faced backlash for accepting free gifts and later deciding to repay £6,000, his standing in the polls has not been significantly affected. However, there is still a lack of trust in the government’s ability to address the country’s priorities, with only 32% of voters expressing confidence compared to 42% who do not trust them.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how the upcoming weeks unfold. Both Labour and the Conservatives will need to navigate public opinion carefully and deliver on their promises to maintain or enhance their support among voters. The focus remains on economic policies and the ability of the government to meet the needs of the people.
