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The New Statesman | UK politics and culture

Have the Tories given up on the culture wars?

Feb 23, 2024
Analysis of Labour's reduction of a 28 billion pound pledge for a green industrial transition, challenges for the party leader. Tories' shift towards attacking Starmer's trustworthiness. MPs discontent with party strategy on culture wars.
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  • Labour faced criticism for u-turning on £28 billion green pledge, raising doubts on consistency.
  • Conservatives may shift focus to undermine Starmer's trustworthiness, highlighting Labour's division and weakness.

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Labour's 28 Billion U-Turn on Green Industrial Transition

Labour's 28 billion yearly pledge for a green industrial transition, initially announced at conference, faced criticism due to subsequent watering down. The Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, ultimately made a significant U-turn, reducing spending plans by almost 75%. This decision raised questions about Labour's consistency and financial responsibility, potentially impacting future election strategies.

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