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Who is running the country? writes Andrew Marr

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25.06.2026

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Who is running the country?

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The obvious answer is Keir Starmer, but after what's happened to him, I think it's fair to ask, how far ahead is he thinking?

He spent the day, apparently visiting a cinema in Buckinghamshire where he spoke with parents and children about discounted attractions and meals out this summer. There you go.

Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, is fighting a desperate and I'm afraid probably forlorn, rearguard action to keep her job.

Yes, I'm sure other ministers are trudging into the office but to be honest all the real interest, all the real action is........

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