Sir Keir Starmer has said that Labour will lead the “Big Build” in government to deliver new towns, homes, green industry and jobs in his speech which aimed to set out clear dividing lines between himself and Rishi Sunak ahead of next year’s election.
In a speech that was light on policy, and heavy on rhetoric, Sir Keir aimed to set himself and his party as on the side of working class voters who have borne the brunt of sacrifices made during austerity, the pandemic and the cost of living crisis. In an open pitch to Conservative voters, he said anyone who wants a party that fights for the union, the environment, rule of law, family life and a bond between generations should join the Labour Party.
Simon Clarke, the former levelling up secretary, said that Labour’s approach to housing risked “comprehensively” outflanking the Conservatives on house building and home ownership. The speech, aimed to be delivered as an incoming prime minister, rather than leader of the opposition, comes as Labour continues to lead the Conservatives by between 15 and 20 points in opinion polling ahead of the next election.
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