Sat, 05 Jul 2025

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power

What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

*Some participants felt Labour was not straightforward about its plans, while others felt lied to by the government.
*The group had noticed the recent chaos in Parliament and expressed concerns about Labour's repeated shifts in position.
*There was some sympathy for the Chancellor's struggles, but overall the mood was one of disappointment and frustration with Labour.
*Some participants considered voting for Reform UK or Nigel Farage at the next election due to his perceived proactive approach.
*The group generally felt that Labour deserved more time to improve, but there was a sense that if nothing changes, they may switch allegiances.
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