Greens Tie with Labour in New Poll as Voter Support Wanes for Starmer

The Green Party and Labour are now almost equal in support, according to a recent poll by FindOutNow. This shift comes amidst a significant rise in the Green Party’s popularity following the leadership of Zack Polanski. However, both parties trail behind Reform UK, which leads the poll with 32 points.

Poll Insights and Party Dynamics

The latest poll, conducted on 15 October with 2,705 adult respondents, shows notable changes in voter support:

• Reform UK: 32 points (down by 2 points from last month)
• Labour: 17 points (down by 1 point)
• Greens: 17 points (up by 3 points)
• Conservatives: 16 points (no change)
• Liberal Democrats: 12 points (down by 1 point)

This downturn for Labour raises concerns about Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership. Many voters feel he hasn’t effectively addressed national issues, leading to growing dissatisfaction.

Green Party Surge Under New Leadership

Since Zack Polanski became leader in September, the Green Party has seen a surge in support. His leadership has invigorated party membership, which increased by 70% to over 115,000 members within weeks of his election.

Mr. Polanski has actively engaged with Labour MPs, indicating a considerable number are disillusioned with their party’s direction. He welcomes potential defectors who align with the Green Party’s values.

Reform UK Makes Significant Gains

Reform UK’s strong polling performance suggests it might dominate in future elections. A recent major seat-by-seat poll forecasts that if an election were held now, the party could increase its seats from five to 311. This would make Reform UK the largest party in a hung parliament, just 15 seats short of a majority.

In the same analysis, Labour is projected to lose 267 seats, dropping to 144 MPs. This stark decline illustrates the significant challenges facing the party ahead of upcoming elections.

Conclusion

The shifting political landscape reflects a turbulent period for traditional parties. As the Green Party climbs in the polls, the challenges faced by Labour and the Conservatives become increasingly apparent. British voters are clearly seeking alternatives, demonstrating that political dynamics are evolving rapidly.