"But this isn't a late third-term government running out of road with a slim majority and no new ideas. It's only about a year and half in, with a radical manifesto and a landslide majority. As prime minister, Starmer not only has breathing space but also the most untrammelled power of any democratic leader in the global north. Even Donald Trump has individual states to contend with the UK is a unitary system."
"1. Bring the current crisis to a close by publishing every single one of the emails and messages from Peter Mandelson to cabinet ministers, junior ministers and advisers. Look carefully for any attempts to influence government contracts. Take charge personally this has to happen as soon as possible. And you need to decide quickly who will have to resign. 2. Closing this issue frees you to pursue one of the agendas you are most personally committed to: restoring trust in politics."
Keir Starmer is emerging from a severe political setback but retains significant time and concentrated authority to recover. Immediate transparency over Peter Mandelson's emails and messages is required, with rapid personal leadership and prompt resignations where misconduct appears. Restoring public trust must be pursued through comprehensive reforms including Gordon Brown's proposals. Cabinet vacancies should be used to end factionalism and prioritize persuasive communicators. Government should be refounded on soft-left policies that align with public sentiment. The UK's unitary system grants unusually centralized power, enabling decisive action and structural renewal.
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