Sir Keir Starmer is ready to unveil his Labour party’s “plan for change” in an effort to move forward after a challenging initial five months in office. The public has expressed their dissatisfaction with budget proposals, and the prime minister aims to address this through setting milestones in key policy areas in order to achieve the goals outlined in the manifesto.
This new phase of government, according to Sir Keir, will hold him and his team accountable for their promises by the end of the parliament. The milestones will be part of the public sector reform, as stated by Downing Street. The prime minister likened focusing on government operations to steering an oil tanker and emphasized the need for a ruthless focus on priorities to avoid managed decline within Whitehall.
In his article in The Sun on Sunday, Sir Keir highlighted Labour’s missions from the July election manifesto, including economic growth, energy security, cleaner energy, NHS, childcare, education systems, as well as crime and criminal justice. These priorities reflect the government’s commitment to improving the lives of working people.
Sir Keir expressed confidence in the plan for change, calling it the most ambitious and honest government programme in a generation. He emphasized the importance of driving real improvements in the lives of working people through mission-led government, which focuses on significant milestones rather than easy wins.
Recent polls conducted by Opinium for The Observer newspaper revealed that a majority of the public disapprove of the prime minister’s performance. With 54% of respondents expressing disapproval compared to 22% approval, the prime minister faces a net rating of -32%. This data will be discussed further on Sky News’ Sunday Morning show, featuring Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden and shadow environment secretary Victoria Atkins.
The upcoming announcement of the plan for change by Sir Keir Starmer signals a new direction for the government, with a strong emphasis on delivering results in key policy areas. The milestones outlined in the manifesto and the commitment to accountability reflect a dedication to improving the lives of the public and addressing their concerns. As the government moves forward with its ambitious programme, the focus remains on driving positive change and fulfilling the promises made to the electorate.
