Starmer can't dodge the Europe question for ever. In office, the economy will answer it for him | Martin Kettle
The Labour government's approach to Europe under Keir Starmer may focus more on the economy than geopolitical factors, with a gradual and nuanced shift rather than a drastic one. [ more ]
Keir Starmer announces plan for supervised toothbrushing in schools
Keir Starmer announced plans to improve child health under a Labour government, including supervised toothbrushing in schools.
Labour's action plan includes a 9pm watershed for junk-food ads, banning vape ads aimed at children, and a free breakfast club in every primary school. [ more ]
Rachel Reeves: Treasury will hardwire' growth into tax and spending decisions
Labour government plans to prioritize economic growth by integrating enterprise and growth unit with tax and spending divisions at the Treasury.
Rachel Reeves aims to reform and strengthen the Treasury to enhance its focus on economic growth and make it more pivotal to decision-making processes. [ more ]