The jinx of No. 10: Why so many British PMs got the boot too soon
- Posted on June 22, 2026
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The jinx of No. 10: Why so many British PMs got the boot too soon
Britains political system has seen repeated early exits of prime ministers over the past decade, with six leaders from David Cameron to Keir Starmer all failing to complete full terms. The instability has been driven largely by the Brexit referendum, which shattered long-standing political consensus and deepened divisions within both major parties.