Judge me at next election, Starmer tells doubters

""I'm very conscious that we have to deliver on three things above all else. The first is making sure people feel better off, and that's bearing down on the cost-of-living, making sure the public services are better, in particular the NHS, which is why we put record investment in the NHS, and making sure people feel more safe and secure.""

"It comes after a dismal few weeks for the PM, who has faced growing criticism and speculation he could face a leadership challenge. The government is also facing a difficult Budget next week, when the chancellor is widely expected to increase taxes. In an interview with the BBC's Chris Mason in Johannesburg, South Africa, where the PM is attending the G20 summit of world leaders, Sir Keir was challenged over why some opinion polls suggest he is the most unpopular prime minister"

Sir Keir Starmer said turning the country around after 14 years of Conservative government will take time and asked voters to judge him at the next general election. He said the government has taken "good steps", particularly on the cost-of-living, but acknowledged more must be done. He identified three priorities: improving people’s finances by bearing down on the cost-of-living, improving public services—especially the NHS with record investment—and increasing safety and security. He insisted he will lead Labour into the next general election amid speculation and reported internal challenges. The government faces a difficult Budget next week with possible tax increases.

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