Overview

• Labour leader Keir Starmer, in a major speech, promised a 'better bargain' for the British public, focusing on economic growth over spending.
• Starmer clarified that his recent praise of Margaret Thatcher was for her effectiveness and sense of purpose, not her policies.
• Starmer's comments have sparked controversy within his party, with some members believing it indicates a lack of a distinct political project.
• Starmer did not explicitly rule out spending cuts, but emphasized his belief in public services and the need for reform.
• Starmer's strategy appears to be aimed at reassuring voters and not taking any votes for granted, despite Labour's consistent poll lead.