Doubt deepens over Starmer’s government
A recent LGC confidence survey found that trust in Sir Keir Starmer's government among local government respondents has significantly decreased, with only 16% believing local government will be listened to. The survey also revealed low confidence in opposition parties, potentially impacting upcoming local elections.
Local government respondents have lost trust in Sir Keir Starmer's government, according to the latest LGC confidence survey. In 2024, Labour received the benefit of the doubt, but two years later, that goodwill has been replaced by growing doubt. The survey found that only 16% of respondents think local government will be listened to, down from more than half in 2024. Trust in central government is weak, with just under a quarter saying the government can be trusted, down from 52% in 2024. The findings suggest a breakdown in the relationship between central and local government. LGC readers also express low confidence in opposition parties, with 67% doubting shadow communities secretary Sir James Cleverly would champion local government. The Liberal Democrats are the only party with relatively high confidence, with 52% saying they understand the sector. The survey's results may have important implications for upcoming local elections, potentially leading to a more fragmented landscape.
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