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High hopes dashed: UK cost-of-living woes snare PM Starmer

Britons are unhappy with Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government. Cost of living worries are high. Economic problems persist since 2008. Recent global conflicts have worsened inflation. Food and fuel prices have increased significantly. Government measures aim to ease the burden. Slow productivity growth is a long-term challenge. Voters may lack patience for slow improvements.

22 May 2026 12:28 pm