Question 1: What recent event negatively impacted Keir Starmer's personal popularity ratings?
Keir Starmer's personal popularity ratings dropped during his first Labour conference as prime minister, according to a recent Opinium poll.
Question 2: How did the latest Opinium poll for the Observer reflect on Starmer's ratings compared to Rishi Sunak's?
The poll indicated that Starmer's ratings plunged to their lowest ever level, falling well below those of Rishi Sunak.
Question 3: What is typically expected from party leaders after a conference, and how did Starmer's situation differ?
Party leaders usually expect a "conference bounce" due to increased media coverage; however, Starmer experienced the opposite effect, resulting in a decline in his ratings.