Keir Starmer is under pressure to step down - he needs our prayers more than ever
By 
Tim Farron MP2026-05-13T14:47:00
The fallout from last week’s local elections demonstrates how divided and precarious politics have become, says Tim Farron MP. That’s why Christians need to get involved - whether that’s standing for election or praying for and encouraging their local representatives, whatever colour rosette they wear
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