HIGHLIGHTS: Keir Starmer makes Kemi Badenoch look silly at PMQs

In this sharp and unmissable exchange from this week’s Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs), Labour leader Keir Starmer delivers a composed but devastating rebuttal to Conservative MP Kemi Badenoch, exposing the track record of failure under the previous Tory government.

The clash begins as Badenoch, now a prominent figure in the opposition, attempts to land political jabs on Starmer over Labour’s economic plans and leadership style. But Starmer remains unflustered — using the moment to turn the spotlight back on 14 years of Conservative mismanagement, with a particular focus on Badenoch’s own time in Cabinet.

From crumbling public services to a stagnating economy, Starmer calmly walks through key failures that occurred on Badenoch’s watch — including damaging policies on business, inequality, and civil rights. He challenges the credibility of Conservative attacks by highlighting the deep public distrust left in the wake of their governance.

This video captures the full exchange, including key reaction shots, Commons atmosphere, and commentary from MPs across the benches. It’s a moment that defines Labour’s renewed confidence in power — and shows Starmer leaning into criticism, only to turn it into a weapon.

Watch as Badenoch struggles to regain momentum, while Starmer uses facts, poise, and political memory to dominate the debate.

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