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Boris Johnson headed back from his break in Spain today as a poll found his lead over Keir Starmer has stretched to 10 points despite mounting chaos in supply chains and surging inflation.
The PM has spent the week on holiday in Spain with his family amid a fresh wave of grim warnings about shortages in the run-up to Christmas.
The country has also been wracked by alarm about soaring energy bills and the risk spiking inflation will force the Bank of England to hike interest rates sooner than planned.
But according to the latest YouGov poll the turbulence is not denting the Tories' standing with voters.
The party's support has gone up two points in a week, hitting 41 per cent in the research conducted yesterday and Tuesday.
Meanwhile, Labour was stalled on 31 per cent, with Sir Keir facing increasing frustration in his own ranks about why they are not making inroads.
Mr Johnson also maintained his advantage as 'best PM', with 31 per cent opting for him and 25 per cent for Sir Keir.
The PM's convoy has left the Spanish villa where he has spent the week on holiday with his family
Mr Johnson is expected to be back at work tomorrow after his foreign break
A poll today found the Tory lead over Labour has stretched to 10 points despite mounting chaos in supply chains and surging inflation
Mr Johnson has been indulging in some painting during his retreat in Spain this week (pictured on Tuesday)
Empty shelves in Leeds are picture today as stocks run low at a Sainsbury's supermarket due to supply issues
