What can we learn from Labour's first days in power?
Daily Politics from the New Statesman
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Labour Party Appointments and Policy Shifts
The chapter explores the selection process for key positions in the Shadow Cabinet, including the surprising appointment of a new Attorney General. It delves into Keir Starmer's emphasis on expertise and loyalty within the Labour party and the strategy of avoiding constant reshuffles to maintain effective implementation of changes. The chapter also discusses shifts in justice policies towards rehabilitation and potential early prisoner releases, as well as the controversy surrounding recent peerage appointments.
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