Keir Starmer defiant as Labour leadership challenge mounts from rivals: ‘Our plan is working’
Keir Starmer remains resolute in his leadership of the Labour Party, asserting that his government's strategies are yielding positive results. He cites improvements in the economy, a decrease in net migration, and reduced NHS waiting times as evidence of success. Despite facing internal challenges and calls for his resignation, Starmer emphasizes his commitment to addressing the cost-of-living crisis and continuing to push forward with his agenda.
- ▪Sir Keir Starmer claims that his government's plan is working despite facing leadership challenges.
- ▪The UK economy grew by 0.6 percent in the first quarter of the year, exceeding expectations.
- ▪Net migration fell to an estimated 171,000 last year, the lowest since the pandemic began.
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