News · 28 March 2026
Starmer's approval up 26 points after Trump spat
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has seen a notable rise in public approval after voters were reminded of his refusal to allow US access to British bases during the Iran conflict. A JL Partners poll for The Independent found his rating improved by 26 points, reducing his net score from -40 to -14. The shift suggests his stance boosted perceptions of leadership and independence in foreign policy.
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