It was predicted that Labour would lose seats and councils in Thursday’s local elections, but the results have delivered a verdict even more damning than expected. This will only add to the pressure on Sir Keir Starmer – who has said today that the results “hurt” and that he will take responsibility. But should he resign? Our experts give their perspective.

It was predicted that Labour would lose seats and councils in Thursday’s local elections, but the results have delivered a verdict even more damning than expected.

This will only add to the pressure on Sir Keir Starmer – who has said today that the results “hurt” and that he will take responsibility. But should he resign? Our experts give their perspective.

Adam Boulton: The leadership alternatives would all be worse

When threatened by a grizzly bear, the experts say do not run away: stay stock still in the hope that it lumbers past. Labour has undergone a terrible mauling in this year’s local and national elections, but my advice to the Prime Minister is to stay where he is and do nothing dramatic – in the interests of the country.

For the simple reason that the eager alternatives – Ange, Andy, Wes and Ed would all be worse. To please the “soft........

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