Economist Podcasts Keir hunters: will Britain’s PM go?
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May 11, 2026 
Owen Winter, a British politics correspondent, explains the turmoil around Keir Starmer and Labour after disastrous local results. Simon Wright, an industry editor, breaks down how jet-fuel shocks are crippling airlines unevenly. Claire McQue, an Americas reporter, paints a picture of San Andrés’ tourism strain and calls for autonomy. Multiple short conversations connect politics, oil markets and island identity.
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Reform UK Surges While Greens Eat Labour In London
- Reform UK and the Green Party were the main beneficiaries, with Reform rising to roughly 26–27% in the national equivalent vote.
- Owen Winter notes Reform won in places UKIP never did and Greens took dozens of inner-London seats like Hackney and Lewisham.
Plaid Cymru's Historic Win Signals Welsh Shift
- Wales saw a historic shift as Plaid Cymru won for the first time and Labour lost longstanding control since 1922.
- Owen Winter explains this boosts Welsh nationalism and may lead to a Plaid Cymru-led administration.
Watch Westminster Tea Rooms For Leadership Moves
- Expect rapid movement once Labour MPs decide to challenge leadership; internal contests can unfold very quickly.
- Owen Winter advises attention to Westminster tea rooms and bars where planning and campaign positioning will accelerate after MPs return.