At recent prime minister's questions, Labour MP Mike Tapp praised Keir Starmer, urging unity in Parliament to support peace in Ukraine. While Starmer received commendation for his statesmanlike handling of international relationships, the reality of domestic politics looms. The article suggests that unity is increasingly unrealistic, particularly as opposition and internal dissent from within Labour emerge. The delicate balance of governing is highlighted, indicating that while early support exists, growing dissatisfaction could lead to significant challenges for Starmer and his government in the near future.
Starmer has rightly been praised from across the political spectrum for the calm way he handled the meltdown in the Oval Office.
Managing a party when in government is always like dealing with a dripping tap in a bathtub: at some point, the disappointments will mount to the extent that there is a flood.
But there was also something slightly plaintive in the request for the House to remain united, because it can't, and won't.
In the next few weeks, he is going to be brought back down to earth and to domestic matters with a bump.
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