Is Britain about to lose another prime minister?

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Nick Hopkins and Peter Walker in LondonFebruary 9, 2026 at 07:32 PM

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Keir Starmer, the UK's prime minister since July 2024, is facing increasing pressure and speculation about his future as leader. This follows a series of setbacks for his government, culminating in the recent resignation of his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney. Anas Sarwar, the leader of the Labour party in Scotland, publicly called for Starmer to resign, though other cabinet members voiced their support. McSweeney, credited as a key strategist in Starmer's rise to power, leaves the prime minister isolated. The article suggests Starmer's position is precarious, making him the sixth prime minister in the last ten years.

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Scotland 30% Rishi Sunak 40% David Cameron 40% Theresa May 40% Liz Truss 40% Guardian 40% Downing Street 40% Anas Sarwar ×250% Boris Johnson ×260% Morgan McSweeney ×470% Labour Party ×470% Keir Starmer ×990%

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british prime minister 90% keir starmer 90% political leadership 70% government crisis 70% labour party 60% political pressure 60% political strategist 50% resignation 50% general election 40%

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