A recent survey conducted by Deltapoll reveals that a significant number of Britons believe that Keir Starmer should adopt a more critical stance towards Donald Trump, as they anticipate negative implications for the UK from Trump’s potential second term as President. Despite the Prime Minister’s amicable approach towards Trump, including lavish gifts and praise, public sentiment leans towards a more cautious and critical approach.
According to the survey published by the Mirror, only one in five individuals perceive Trump’s re-election positively for the UK. Nearly half of the respondents expressed a desire for the Prime Minister to exhibit a more critical attitude towards Trump publicly. The data also shows that a plurality of respondents, accounting for 43%, foresee adverse effects on the UK due to Trump’s potential second term, while 20% hold optimistic views.
Moreover, a considerable proportion, 27%, believe that Trump’s re-election will have no significant impact. Interestingly, almost half of the surveyed individuals, constituting 47%, advocate for Starmer to adopt a more critical standpoint towards Trump, with 15% holding an opposing view.
In a previous statement in May, Keir Starmer defended his decision to pursue a preliminary trade deal with the Trump administration amid escalating tensions, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in negotiations. However, there is a growing chorus of calls for Starmer to take a firmer stance against Trump, particularly following recent controversies such as Trump’s threats against BBC and his alleged support for far-right candidates in European elections.
During a recent session of Prime Minister’s Questions, Sir Ed Davey of the Liberal Democrats urged Starmer to convey to Trump that any attempts to interfere with the UK’s democratic processes are unacceptable. In response, Starmer reaffirmed his commitment to a united Europe and reiterated his dedication to upholding values of freedom and democracy.
The survey, which interviewed 1,997 British adults online between December 16th and 18th, 2025, was conducted to represent the broader British adult population accurately.