Four top Labour figures could beat Starmer in a leadership race, poll finds

[Irresistibl]

Labour Leadership Contest: Starmer's Grip on Power at Risk

A shocking new poll has revealed that four top Labour figures could potentially challenge Keir Starmer for the party leadership. A head-to-head contest between Starmer and his potential rivals, including former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham and shadow education secretary Angela Rayner, would see Burnham and Rayner emerge victorious by considerable margins.

The research conducted by Survation for LabourList found that if a leadership contest were to take place, it's likely that only one of the three contenders could actually win. Meanwhile, 54% of Labour members believe the party should be on the lookout for new leaders before the next general election.

Interestingly, this sentiment is mirrored among those who backed Starmer in the recent deputy leadership contest. 69% of Lucy Powell supporters and 51% of Bridget Phillipson supporters want to see a new leader come in within the next five years, revealing a deep-seated desire for change within the party.

Burnham's chances would be significantly boosted if he were to return to Westminster as an MP, giving him a decisive 26-point lead over Starmer. On the other hand, Rayner's bid for the leadership would also prove unbeatable, with her securing a 19-point advantage.

However, there is still some uncertainty around Streeting's chances, as his result was within the margin of error and could be seen as effectively level pegging with Starmer. Both candidates would need to convince the 36% of members who are unsure who to back in order to take control of the party leadership.

LabourList editor Emma Burnell believes that if a leadership contest were to occur, Starmer's team would likely claim it was too damaging for the party and may choose not to participate. This raises questions about whether Starmer is willing to step aside and make way for fresh faces within the party.

The implications of this poll are significant, with many Labour insiders now speculating that Burnham or Rayner could be on course for a leadership challenge. As for Streeting, his health secretary status may ultimately prove crucial in determining his chances – if he can manage to win over the undecided 36% and deliver convincing performances at key moments, then perhaps he could just edge out Starmer after all.

The Labour leadership contest is far from over, but with a potential challenge brewing on the horizon, it remains to be seen whether Keir Starmer's grip on power will be tested.

 

[Wild Wolf]

I think this whole thing is kinda interesting . So basically, four strong contenders are looking to take down Starmer and potentially lead Labour into the next general election. Now, I'm not surprised that Burnham and Rayner would have a good shot at it - they've both got some serious credentials under their belts.

But what's more intriguing is how this could play out in practice. If there was a head-to-head contest between Starmer and his rivals, it's likely that only one of the three would come out on top. And with 54% of Labour members feeling like they need to be on the lookout for new leaders, I think we're seeing some real unease within the party.

I'm also curious to see how this plays out in terms of the different personalities involved - Burnham's got a bit of a reputation for being a bit of a dark horse, while Rayner's clearly got some serious momentum behind her. And then there's Streeting, who's still flying under the radar but has that interesting health secretary role to work with.

Ultimately, this whole thing is gonna be a real test for Starmer and his team - can they convince everyone that he's still the right leader for the party, or will some of these other strong voices end up taking the reins? It's anyone's guess at this point

 

[Legendary Manlove]

this poll has me thinking... if starmer was to step down, i think burnham would be a solid candidate - he's got some good ideas and seems genuinely passionate about the party's values meanwhile, rayner's got some great qualities too, but i'm not sure she'd be the best fit for leader just yet... still, it's all speculation at this point, and we'll have to wait and see how things play out

 

[Emo Godzilla Temple]

I'm kinda thinking that this poll isn't just about who'll win the leadership, it's about what's really going on inside Labour... We're seeing some interesting dynamics here, like the fact that 54% of members think they should be looking for new leaders already. That tells me there's a lot of discontent beneath the surface...

It's also telling that people who backed Starmer in the deputy leadership contest are now saying they want change. Maybe it's just a case of someone being aware of their own limitations, you know? Burnham and Rayner might be strong contenders, but are they ready for the whole package? Leadership is all about vision and conviction...

And what about Streeting? His health secretary status gives him an edge, but does it also give him a sense of security that's making him play it safe? I think we need to ask ourselves why some people are more willing to challenge Starmer than others. Is it fear or is it something deeper?

 

[Annoyed An]

just saw this news and i'm low-key worried about keir starmer... 44% of labour members are still unhappy with his leadership, and now there's this new poll showing potential rivals like burnham and rayner are gaining momentum did u know that if a leadership contest were to happen, only one of the top three contenders could actually win? maybe starmer needs to shake things up within the party or risk losing control

 

[Golden Penguin Symphony]

I'm like totally curious about this news , so four top Labour figures could potentially challenge Keir Starmer for the party leadership? Like, what's going on in the Labour party right now ? 54% of members think the party should be looking for new leaders before the next general election, but they're all still supporting Starmer... or at least some of them are . I mean, if Burnham were to return to Westminster as an MP, he'd have a huge advantage over Starmer .

And I'm also wondering what's going on with Streeting's chances . He's got health secretary status, but is that really enough to take down Starmer? I don't know, maybe I'm just too curious and need more info . What do you guys think? Who do you think would make a good Labour leader?

 

[Bored]

I'm thinking that if Starmer isn't careful, Burnham might just take him down
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+---------------+
| Starmer |
| (Current) |
| (+/-) |
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| |
| Andy |
| Burnham |
| (+26 pt) |
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v
+---------------+
| Starmer |
| (Current) |
| (-/-) |
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```
I mean, if he's not making the party do well enough for Labour members, they might just want a change
and it looks like 54% of them are already thinking about it

 

[Tasteless Disco]

I'm kinda curious about this whole Labour leadership thing... like, if Starmer is already having doubts from his own members, maybe he should just step down and let someone else take the reins? I mean, Burnham and Rayner are already looking pretty strong, but what's the real reason behind Starmer's grip on power in the first place? Is it just because he's been in charge for so long or is there something more to it?

And honestly, 54% of Labour members thinking they need new leadership before the next general election? That's kinda surprising. I think a lot of people are still getting used to the idea of Starmer being in charge, and maybe that's exactly what the party needs – some fresh blood!