Starmer insists he is 'trustworthy' - as new voter offer compared with abandoned leadership pledges
Thursday, 16 May 2024 () Sir Keir Starmer has insisted he can be trusted to deliver his six pledges to voters - despite abandoning many of the promises that saw him elected Labour leader.
Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled a pledge card with six "first steps" the Labour Party would take if it were to form a government after the next general election. The steps include measures to invest in the NHS, education and policing, to set up a new national energy company and an elite border force,...
During a visit to Bury, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasised that the "only poll that matters is the poll on 4th July," downplaying concerns over current Tory poll ratings. Sunak defended his policy announcements as bold and necessary, while criticising Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer's green energy plans as lacking substance. "The British people deserve a lot more," Sunak stated, urging voters to focus on the upcoming election. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer says Diane Abbott is "free to go forward" as a Labour candidate in the election. Ms Abbott had the whip restored on Tuesday but media reports said she had been banned from standing as a Labour candidate at the next election. Report by Czubalam. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has acknowledged that oil and gas will remain integral to the energy landscape for years to come. During a speech in Scotland, he emphasised a commitment to maintaining existing licences. Starmer highlighted the potential for tens of thousands of new jobs stemming from the transition to renewable energy, positioning Scotland as a central hub. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Labour's shadow science secretary, Peter Kyle, said the party aimed to handle the investigation into Diane Abbott's comments fairly. Kyle stated that the NEC would ensure all representatives meet the high standards set by Sir Keir Starmer, adding that the issue would be resolved within days, allowing Labour to focus on a platform of change for the upcoming election. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer insisted he is "not turning off the taps" on oil and gas after warnings his plan for a state-owned clean energy company will lead to thousands.. Sky News
Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer pledges to cut NHS waiting lists during a speech in the Midlands. Speaking at a Q & A with shadow health secretary Wes Streeting, Starmer told the audience, “we’ve..
Thursday, 16 May 2024 ()
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