In his first major speech since becoming Prime Minister, Keir Starmer stated that conditions are likely to worsen before they improve. This statement has led to speculation that his “doom and gloom” message may be a prelude to potential tax cuts or other economic measures.
This week, Sir Keir Starmer is set to warn of further difficulties ahead, describing the current state of modern Britain as “worse than we ever imagined.” In his first major speech since becoming Prime Minister, Starmer will assert that “things will get worse before they get better.” He will also highlight the challenges his government inherited, including a £22 billion fiscal deficit from the Tories and what he describes as a “societal blackhole.”
Sir Keir Starmer will pledge not to avoid making unpopular decisions necessary to restore the country and address the “rot” left by the previous Tory government. Last night, Labour sources refuted claims that his statement was a veiled reference to potential tax hikes in the upcoming Autumn Budget. They clarified that the Prime Minister’s remarks aimed to convey that the transformative changes voters anticipated will require time to implement.
