Keir Starmer says government will have to make 'unpopular' choices
SUMMARY
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing criticism for his controversial decision to cut winter fuel payments for most pensioners. In an interview with the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, Starmer insisted that the government must make "tough" and "unpopular" decisions, claiming that past administrations have avoided such challenges. He stated, "We will only deliver that change… if we do the difficult things now." Starmer's decision is set to face a vote in Parliament this week, with potential for significant opposition. His remarks also extended to the NHS, which he described as "broken" by prior Conservative administrations, suggesting that upcoming reviews will highlight deficiencies in the current health system. Shadow Health Secretary Victoria Atkins criticized Starmer for politicizing health issues instead of providing concrete solutions.
