British Politics and Prime Ministerial Responsibilities

 

As recently as December 2025 my  top prediction for 2026 was that:

The UK Prime Minister will be replaced

Sir Keir Starmer has not so far been replaced as  Prime Minister despite his appointing the disgraced Baron Mendelson as the UK's ambassador to the USA but seems likely imho to be ousted and or replaced this year, perhaps even by May..Mendelson was of course disgraced by his dreadful association with Jefferey Epstein, who committed suicide.

There is an interesting article in today's Times newspaper about scandals affecting UK Prime Ministers going back to C19. Many scandals have affected British Prime Ministers some of which  are detailed  in that newspaper.. 

One of the most interesting scandals to a C21 eye in my view, is that of Prime Minister HH Asquith see Asquith. Yet  neither that nor any  right through to  PM Boris Johnson's scandal of holding  an illegal tea party at  10 Downing Street during the Covid-19 pandemic when such parties were banned, seem as appalling as the current Prime Minister's appointment of Mendelson though more information is yet to emerge to public view. The scandals of course relate to the dreadful behaviour of Mendelson  with Jeffrey Epstein and  the association with  Epstein of many other political and/or wealthy people, including British Labour Party members..

When one looks at who could replace Starmer there does not appear to be any suitable candidate in his current cabinet..Wes Streeting is a possibility but its is reported that he too had an association with  the current scandal in some way so that surely needs to be clarified first.

Matthew Laza  a back bench Labour MP has no apparent Mendelson connections and has publicly stated that he would not wish to be the UK PM. 

SadaMagazine reports of Mr Laza:

Matthew Laza is a name that has gained significant recognition in both the political and media landscapes. Known for his strategic mind and dynamic career trajectory, Laza has worn many hats, including being a senior adviser, a media strategist, and a commentator on political issues. His work in both media and politics has placed him in the spotlight, particularly within the Labour Party and the broader political spectrum in the United Kingdom

 For all of that Mathew Laza would have my vote.