Keir Starmer's government is perceived as disjointed from the Labour party just a year after taking power. Regional mayors highlighted discontent stemming from mistakes by Downing Street that frustrate supporters. Steve Rotheram criticized miscalculations that give a messy impression of governance. He believes the government can mend relationships by listening to party voices. Tracy Brabin emphasized the importance of prioritizing devolution, arguing that it has been overlooked by some departments, despite its positive impact on growth and community optimism.
Rotheram stated that the repeated missteps from Downing Street have led to dissatisfaction among supporters who view the government's actions as a mess. "It's a mess of our own making," he remarked, emphasizing that many mistakes could have been avoided by listening to party members who want to support Starmer and Labour, yet struggle due to these errors.
Tracy Brabin highlighted the importance of devolution, stating that the initiative has been forgotten by certain government departments. She claimed that mayors have been pivotal in driving significant change, fostering growth and optimism within their communities. The lack of attention to devolution is undermining the potential progress of local areas.
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