In a striking reversal of political fortunes, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party is now outperforming the Conservatives on the traditionally Tory-dominated issues of immigration and law & order, according to exclusive new polling.
The data, which will send shockwaves through Westminster, reveals a dramatic collapse in public confidence in the Conservative government's ability to manage the UK's borders and control immigration effectively.
Labour Gains Ground on Key Tory Issues
The poll, conducted by Savanta for the independent think tank Labour Together, shows a remarkable shift in public perception. Voters now trust Labour more than the Conservatives to handle the UK's immigration system—a policy area that has been a cornerstone of Tory election campaigns for decades.
This represents a significant breakthrough for Starmer, who has worked to reposition Labour on issues of national security and border control since becoming leader.
Public Trust Shifts Dramatically
The findings are part of a broader trend showing Labour establishing a commanding lead over the Conservatives. The party is now trusted more on a wide range of issues that were once considered safe Tory territory, including maintaining law and order and ensuring national security.
This shift in trust suggests a fundamental realignment in how voters perceive the two main parties, with Labour making substantial inroads into the Conservative's traditional base.
Policy Overhaul Behind the Surge
Starmer's success in these areas appears linked to his deliberate strategy to address voter concerns on immigration directly. He has championed a policy of replacing the government's controversial Rwanda scheme with a new, strengthened border security command.
This approach, combining tougher enforcement with a more pragmatic processing system, appears to be resonating with voters who have become disillusioned with the Conservative's handling of immigration.
The polling data suggests that Starmer's Labour is successfully convincing the electorate that it can be trusted with the nation's security and borders—a crucial development that could prove decisive in the upcoming general election.
