Keir Starmer Faces Criticism Over New Targets as Labour Struggles in Polls

The Labour leader's 'Plan for Change' introduces six measurable goals, but internal and public dissatisfaction clouds his premiership.

Keir Starmer is set to announce six measurable targets in his 'Plan for Change,' focusing on NHS waiting times, living standards, housebuilding, net zero, education, and crime reduction.
Labour MPs have criticized the absence of a clear immigration target, with some calling it a 'big hole' in the party's messaging as migration remains a pressing issue for voters.
Starmer's approval ratings have plummeted, and Labour has faced backlash for policy missteps, including cuts to winter fuel payments and a lack of immediate solutions to the cost-of-living crisis.
The targets, such as building 1.5 million homes and decarbonizing electricity by 2030, are seen as ambitious but face significant practical and financial challenges, raising doubts about their feasibility.
Labour strategists aim to provide clearer metrics for voters, but critics warn that long-term goals may fail to address immediate public dissatisfaction with the government’s performance.