UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is defying mounting calls to resign, despite significant setbacks in local elections. The situation contrasts sharply with Labour's past electoral success, prompting internal party discussion.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer told his top team that he was getting on with governing, defying mounting calls from ministers and MPs to step down. This comes following the resignation of a junior minister, who called again for his departure. But for Starmer and his supporters, stepping down would bring in a new era of political turmoil. The situation may seem at odds with Labour's landslide victory two years ago. But for FRANCE 24's Angela Diffley, there are several reasons that explain it.