Wes Streeting, the health secretary, expressed significant concern about the rise of the Reform party, suggesting it could replace the Conservatives as the principal challenger to Labour in future elections. After Reform's success in local elections, where it gained seats and control of councils, Streeting acknowledged the party's challenges. He urged voters to give Labour time to address issues such as safety and cost of living while recognizing the shifting political landscape that could see Reform emerge as a serious contender against Labour.
"Reform is definitely a real threat and one that we take seriously... it's not yet clear whether at the next general election it will be Reform or the Conservatives that are Labour's main challengers."
"All I'd say to people is: we've got the message, we're not daft, we haven't got our heads in the sand. All I ask people for is a bit of time and to give us the benefit of the doubt."
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