Keir Starmer has urged Cabinet members to unite and refocus on important matters, acknowledging that recent distractions have shifted the Government’s attention. The Prime Minister emphasized the need for fulfilling promises rather than self-centered discussions within the top team. This call for unity comes in the wake of a public dispute within the Labour leadership, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting vehemently denying allegations of a coup plot.
In an exclusive interview with the Mirror, Starmer expressed his commitment to leading Labour into the next election and sought to put an end to the internal conflict. During a Cabinet meeting, Downing Street highlighted the PM’s frustration over the diversion from critical issues due to distractions.
The PM stressed the urgency of delivering tangible results for the British people instead of focusing on internal matters. Starmer’s concerns were reportedly related to leadership speculations and leaks concerning the upcoming Budget announcement. Recent developments, including the abandonment of plans to raise income tax by Rachel Reeves, have caused upheaval, with the markets reacting to the uncertainty.
Despite apologies from the PM to Streeting and condemnation of briefing against ministers, uncertainties persist regarding the future leadership landscape. In a recent interview, the Prime Minister criticized the time wasted on leadership speculations, reaffirming his dedication to addressing the cost of living challenges.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood criticized the briefing war as “deeply embarrassing,” emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in public statements rather than anonymous briefings. The incident has been labeled as unproductive and shameful by several key figures within the government.
