Labour gets ready to fire up its election machine
Spectator (UK)MAY 2022
While this decision is likely to rile some in the party, the move is part of a considered strategy to demonstrate fiscal responsibility in contrast with the Conservatives, whom Starmer still holds a strong lead against. The policy change has prompted some criticism, but education will remain a central part of Starmer’s plans which are likely to be unveiled in the coming weeks.
Starmer is continuing to make promises he has no intention of keeping. Citing economic circumstances for dropping yet another core policy is a questionable move, especially as he is still charging onwards with eye-watering Net Zero commitments. The Labour leader is once again inviting further questions from the public about whether his words can be trusted.