United Kingdom
In 2023, the UK, under Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, navigates economic challenges amidst a recession, with concerns on unemployment and inflation, while also addressing internal political discord within the Conservative party. Legislative actions like the "Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill 2023" reflect efforts to maintain public service stability amid industrial actions. The political narrative is further complicated by the upcoming local elections in May and the anticipated resurfacing of the 'Partygate' scandal, testing the government's stability and public trust.
Current prime minister