Gerard Howlin: Keir Starmer made bad choices. Micheál Martin avoids choices altogether (opens original article in a new tab)

Keir Starmer's leadership failures in the UK contrast with Ireland's political stability, which avoids tough decisions through party rotation and public spending.

• Keir Starmer lost power due to poor decision-making and lack of control.
• Irish politics avoids real choices, relying on party rotation and stable public spending.
• Andy Burnham faces challenges in the UK, while Irish leaders like Micheál Martin maintain power through party dynamics.