As Keir Starmer marks one year as the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, his leadership faces mounting challenges and growing dissatisfaction within the Labour Party. Despite securing a landslide victory with a majority of 156 seats in the 2024 general election, Starmer's government has struggled to deliver on key manifesto pledges and has been marked by a series of policy U-turns, welfare disputes, fiscal instability, and communication issues. Influential Labour figures, including MP Maurice Glasman, have warned that Starmer has approximately six months to implement major changes to sustain his premiership. Sky News and other outlets report that poor results in the upcoming May 2026 local elections in Wales could lead to Starmer's resignation or removal as Prime Minister, potentially making him the sixth UK Prime Minister in a decade. Public opinion reflects this turmoil, with polls indicating that 61% of Britons rate his performance poorly, while only 18% approve. The Economist and other media describe Starmer's first year as fraught with crisis, political collapse risks, and a decline in authority within his own party. Despite these setbacks, some analyses note that Labour has made progress on certain targets, though the overall assessment remains critical. Starmer himself has described his leadership style as tough, stating he is a "hard bastard" and urging party unity amid the difficulties. The coming months are widely viewed as crucial for the future of his government and Labour's hold on power.