Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled his party’s plans for “national renewal” at a major pre-election event in Essex. Promising to change the country “for the better,” Starmer outlined the key priorities of a Labour government, including delivering economic stability, cutting NHS waiting lists, cracking down on anti-social behavior, recruiting new teachers, launching a new border security command, and setting up a publicly-owned Great British Energy company.
Speaking to supporters, Starmer acknowledged that achieving these goals may take up to a decade but emphasized that the public can expect to see the promises materialize within two terms of a Labour government. The leader also highlighted the importance of delivering on these pledges to build trust in politics, especially as recent polls have shown low levels of trust among the public.
The announcement comes as Labour continues to lead in the polls over the Conservatives, following successful local election wins in key battleground seats. However, critics, including the Tories and the SNP, have raised concerns about the feasibility of Labour’s promises and accused Starmer of making empty slogans and broken promises.
As the election campaign heats up, Labour is launching a new advertising campaign to promote its priorities, with Starmer appearing on ad vans and billboards alongside the six key pledges. The party is positioning these commitments as the “first steps” towards rebuilding the country and offering a better future for all.