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General · 11 May 2026

Pound Slips As Pressure Grows On Starmer

Pound Slips As Pressure Grows On Starmer

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Financial markets showed fresh concern after uncertainty around Keir Starmer’s leadership pushed sterling slightly lower against the dollar and euro. Reuters reported the pound fell about 0.2% on Monday as Labour MPs increased pressure on the prime minister following heavy local election losses. Analysts said fears over a possible replacement and higher public spending added to investor worries, while Starmer insisted he plans to stay in office.

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