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UK Politics

Tracking since May 19, 2026 · Latest signal Jun 19, 2026 · 56 matched data points · 2 unclear/no-match

Overall sentiment

Positive 9% (5)Negative 66% (37)Neutral 25% (14)Unclear 2 no-match

Daily sentiment

Claims (26)

Claims contributing to this aggregate. Confirmed negative claims count as negative impact; confirmed positive claims count as positive impact.

The cabinet secretary advised Keir Starmer to wait for security vetting before appointing Peter Mandelson.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Political AppointmentsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The cabinet secretary's advice on security vetting for political appointments6 matched entries6 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The cabinet secretary advised Keir Starmer to wait for security vetting before appointing Peter Mandelson.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Cabinet SecretaryImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The cabinet secretary's advice on security vetting for high-level appointments6 matched entries6 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Keir Starmer publicly acknowledged the submariners' return from their longest patrol as a gesture of appreciation for their service.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir StarmerImpact: positiveDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: Keir Starmer's recognition of submariners' service4 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed4 neutral0 unclear
Nigel Farage's assertion that deporting refugees would save the UK billions is not credible.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Nigel FarageImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Nigel Farage's claim about the financial benefits of deporting refugees4 matched entries4 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Keir Starmer could have been informed about Peter Mandelson's vetting failure, as suggested by the released briefing paper.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir StarmerImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Keir Starmer's awareness of Peter Mandelson's vetting failure3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The remaining members of Keir Starmer's cabinet are still actively involved in political resistance or decision-making.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir Starmer's CabinetImpact: neutralDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: The involvement of cabinet members in political resistance or decision-making3 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed3 neutral0 unclear
Two MPs were ejected from the Commons for accusing Keir Starmer of lying about Peter Mandelson.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: MPs' ConductImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The removal of MPs from the Commons for accusing Keir Starmer of lying about Peter Mandelson.3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Andy Burnham's leadership is being questioned due to his selection of advisors and perceived alignment with market interests over public service.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Andy BurnhamImpact: negativeDate: Jun 19, 2026Target: Andy Burnham's leadership and policy direction2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Keir Starmer admitted responsibility for appointing Peter Mandelson, who failed security vetting.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir StarmerImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Keir Starmer's accountability for the Mandelson appointment2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Keir Starmer claims he was not informed about the Mandelson scandal during his tenure as leader of the Labour Party.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir StarmerImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: Keir Starmer's claim of not being informed about the Mandelson scandal2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Keir Starmer's performance in the Commons showdown will determine his political survival and the future of his leadership.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir StarmerImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Keir Starmer's performance in the Commons showdown2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Keir Starmer's political future is being challenged by the potential consequences of firing a top official.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir StarmerImpact: negativeDate: Apr 21, 2026Target: Keir Starmer's political future2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Prime Minister Keir Starmer was not informed about Peter Mandelson's vetting failure before his appointment as the UK's ambassador to the US.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Prime Minister Keir StarmerImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Prime Minister Keir Starmer's awareness of Peter Mandelson's vetting failure2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral1 unclear
Prime Minister Starmer is facing ongoing scrutiny for the mishandling of Lord Mandelson's security vetting process for an ambassador role.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Prime Minister StarmerSub-entity: Security Vetting ProcessImpact: negativeDate: Apr 18, 2026Target: The handling of Lord Mandelson's security vetting process by Prime Minister Starmer2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Reform Party has pledged to review all asylum claims since 2021 if they win power.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Reform PartyImpact: neutralDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Reform Party's pledge to review asylum claims since 20212 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Reform UK is leading recent polls for the UK local elections on May 7th.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Reform UKImpact: positiveDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Reform UK's lead in polls2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Starmer is capable of surviving the Mandelson vetting row.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: StarmerImpact: positiveDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Starmer's ability to survive the Mandelson vetting row2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The Labour government's planning law changes result in deeper cuts to green space in England's poorest communities.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Labour GovernmentImpact: negativeDate: Jun 4, 2026Target: The Labour government's planning law changes2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The UK government is facing significant pressure due to revelations involving a sacked civil servant.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: UK GovernmentImpact: negativeDate: Apr 21, 2026Target: The UK government's handling of internal pressures and revelations2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The UK's civil service is now openly critical of Starmer's leadership.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: UK Civil ServiceImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: The UK's civil service's attitude towards Starmer's leadership2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The failure to properly vet Lord Mandelson's security background led to the sacking of a top Foreign Office official.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Security VettingImpact: negativeDate: Apr 17, 2026Target: The effectiveness and transparency of the UK's security vetting process.2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The new head of Stonewall has kind words for JK Rowling despite her controversial views on trans issues.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: StonewallImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Support for JK Rowling's views on trans issues2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The political drama involving Robbins and Mandelson has redirected public focus towards Starmer.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: StarmerImpact: neutralDate: Apr 21, 2026Target: The political drama involving Robbins and Mandelson has redirected public focus towards Starmer.2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The sacking of Olly Robbins due to the failure to vet Peter Mandelson, the UK's ambassador to the US, indicates a significant internal crisis within Keir Starmer's government.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Keir Starmer's GovernmentImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The effectiveness and stability of Keir Starmer's government2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Voting for the Reform Party in local elections may lead to negative outcomes for local communities.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Reform PartyImpact: negativeDate: Apr 21, 2026Target: Voting for the Reform Party in local elections2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
Reform UK opposes the growth of the UK's green economy.
Parent: UK PoliticsEntity: Reform UKImpact: negativeDate: Jun 2, 2026Target: Reform UK's opposition to the UK's green economy growth1 matched entries0 confirmed1 disputed0 neutral1 unclear