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Keir Starmer says he will see off challengers and win back disillusioned voters

Keir Starmer addresses his 'historical unpopularity'
  • Sir Keir Starmer is attempting to win back disillusioned voters and address the cost of living crisis, acknowledging public frustration with the pace of progress.
  • He insists his policies will deliver positive change by 2026 and that he will remain Prime Minister until 2027, despite growing discontent among Labour backbenchers.
  • Starmer plans to visit Berkshire, where he will engage with residents and draw on his own upbringing to emphasise his understanding of financial struggles.
  • He will highlight government policies, such as frozen rail fares and plans to cut energy bills, aimed at easing the financial burden on households.
  • Tory leader Kemi Badenoch criticised Starmer, arguing that his decisions have worsened the cost of living and that Labour lacks a clear plan to fix Britain.
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