British citizens are urging Keir Starmer to adopt a more critical stance towards Donald Trump, expressing concerns that a potential second term for Trump could have negative implications for the United Kingdom. Despite Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s amiable approach to the US President, including lavish gifts, compliments, and an unprecedented second state visit scheduled for October, public sentiment indicates skepticism about the benefits of Trump’s continued leadership.
A recent survey conducted by the Mirror revealed that only one in five individuals believe Trump’s re-election would be advantageous for the UK. Nearly half of the respondents expressed a desire for the Prime Minister to publicly criticize Trump more frequently. The majority of participants (43%) anticipate negative consequences for the UK if Trump secures a second term, while a mere 20% hold optimistic views.
Furthermore, a significant portion of the surveyed population (27%) perceives that Trump’s re-election would have no substantial impact. However, a sizable 47% of respondents advocate for Keir Starmer to take a firmer stance against Trump, contrasting with the 15% who believe the opposite.
Amid escalating calls for Starmer to challenge Trump’s actions, particularly concerning his threats to sue the BBC and potential support for far-right European candidates, the pressure on the Labour leader is mounting. At a recent Prime Minister’s Questions session, opposition leader Sir Ed Davey urged Starmer to unequivocally denounce any attempts by Trump to interfere with the UK’s democratic processes.
In response, Starmer emphasized the importance of a united Europe and reaffirmed his commitment to upholding fundamental values of freedom and democracy. The survey, conducted by Deltapoll and involving 1,997 British adults surveyed online from December 16th to 18th, 2025, provides insights into public opinion regarding the UK’s relationship with the US under Trump’s potential second term.