What's happened
In a speech at Pinewood Studios, Prime Minister Keir Starmer outlined his 'Plan for Change', featuring six ambitious targets aimed at improving living standards, reducing NHS waiting times, and enhancing public safety. The plan seeks to address pressing issues in the UK, emphasizing accountability and collaboration with devolved governments.
Why it matters
What the papers say
The Mirror reported that Starmer's speech at Pinewood Studios emphasized the need for accountability, stating, "These are, if you like, something for the public to use to hold us to account on what we say we can achieve." The Independent highlighted the interconnectedness of the six milestones, noting that they build on previous commitments. BBC News pointed out the criticism from the Conservatives regarding the lack of a concrete immigration target, with Badenoch claiming, "the government doesn’t know what it is doing." The Scotsman emphasized the importance of collaboration with devolved governments, stating that the UK government aims to address issues in Scotland, regardless of devolution. Overall, the coverage reflects a mix of optimism about the ambitious targets and skepticism regarding their feasibility and clarity.
How we got here
This announcement follows a challenging five months for Starmer's government, which has faced criticism over public service performance and economic stagnation. The plan aims to reset Labour's agenda and respond to the needs of working people.
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