THE GUARDIAN: Merz says he 'deplores deeply' UK's decision to leave EU: In his opening remarks during the press conference with Keir Starmer, Friedrich Merz said that he deplored Brexit. He said: The United Kingdom, and I personally deplore this deeply, decided to leave the European Union. / He added that “it is together that we respond to the major challenges of our time”. »
Showing posts with label Sir Keir Starmer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sir Keir Starmer. Show all posts
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Biggest UK-Germany Treaty since the End of World War Two in 1945
THE GUARDIAN: Merz says he 'deplores deeply' UK's decision to leave EU: In his opening remarks during the press conference with Keir Starmer, Friedrich Merz said that he deplored Brexit. He said: The United Kingdom, and I personally deplore this deeply, decided to leave the European Union. / He added that “it is together that we respond to the major challenges of our time”. »
Starmer Says 16-year-olds Should Be Able to Vote because They're 'Old Enough to Pay Taxes'
THE GUARDIAN: Keir Starmer has defended giving 16 and 17-year-olds the vote in UK parliamentary election on the grounds that teenagers pay tax. He told ITV News:
“I think it’s really important that 16- and 17-year-olds have the vote, because they are old enough to go out to work, they are old enough to pay taxes, so pay in.
And I think if you pay in, you should have the opportunity to say what you want your money spent on, which way the government should go.
So I’m really pleased we are able to bring more young people into our democracy and give them a chance to have a say over how their taxes are paid and what they are going to be used for. » | The Guardian | Thursday, July 17, 2025
Such hypocrisy! The same argument could be made for the right to smoke. If a man is old enough to fight for his country, if a man is old enough to get married and sire children, then he is also old enough to decide whether he wishes to smoke, or not.
Giving such young people the right to vote is a very cynical political move. Labour prime ministers are fond of reducing the voting age because young people are generally more inclined to be left-wing and therefore vote Labour. It was a Labour prime minister before who reduced the voting age — it was reduced from twenty-one to eighteen. And that was Harold Wilson some fifty years ago. Starmer is behaving true to form.
For what it is worth, in my humble opinion, regardless of political leanings, sixteen-year-olds are far too young to vote. Far too young, too! What does a sixteen-year-old know about politics? – © Mark Alexander
“I think it’s really important that 16- and 17-year-olds have the vote, because they are old enough to go out to work, they are old enough to pay taxes, so pay in.
And I think if you pay in, you should have the opportunity to say what you want your money spent on, which way the government should go.
So I’m really pleased we are able to bring more young people into our democracy and give them a chance to have a say over how their taxes are paid and what they are going to be used for. » | The Guardian | Thursday, July 17, 2025
Such hypocrisy! The same argument could be made for the right to smoke. If a man is old enough to fight for his country, if a man is old enough to get married and sire children, then he is also old enough to decide whether he wishes to smoke, or not.
Giving such young people the right to vote is a very cynical political move. Labour prime ministers are fond of reducing the voting age because young people are generally more inclined to be left-wing and therefore vote Labour. It was a Labour prime minister before who reduced the voting age — it was reduced from twenty-one to eighteen. And that was Harold Wilson some fifty years ago. Starmer is behaving true to form.
For what it is worth, in my humble opinion, regardless of political leanings, sixteen-year-olds are far too young to vote. Far too young, too! What does a sixteen-year-old know about politics? – © Mark Alexander
Friday, July 11, 2025
UK and France Have Struck 'One in, One out' Migrant Deal
Jul 10, 2025 | The UK and France have announced a new agreement aimed at curbing migrant crossings in the English Channel. The deal follows a three-day state visit to the UK by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Under the agreement, stricter controls on migrant processing will be introduced, though the measures will begin on a limited scale. This has led some to question the deal’s potential for success. TRT World’s Joel Flynn has the story.
Under the agreement, stricter controls on migrant processing will be introduced, though the measures will begin on a limited scale. This has led some to question the deal’s potential for success. TRT World’s Joel Flynn has the story.
Friday, July 04, 2025
Keir Starmer Says Good Relationship with Donald Trump Based on Shared Family Values
THE GUARDIAN: On first anniversary of Labour taking power, prime minister says it is ‘in the national interest’ for pair to connect
Keir Starmer has spoken about his good relationship with the US president, Donald Trump, and their shared family values.
To mark the first anniversary of the Labour government coming to power on Friday, the prime minister spoke to the BBC podcast Political Thinking and said it was “in the national interest” for the two men to connect.
“We are different people and we’ve got different political backgrounds and leanings, but we do have a good relationship and that comes from a number of places,” he said.
“I think I do understand what anchors the president, what he really cares about. For both of us, we really care about family and there’s a point of connection there.” » | Jamie Grierson | Friday, July 4, 2025
”Shared family values?” Really, Sir Keir? Really? – © Mark Alexander
Keir Starmer has spoken about his good relationship with the US president, Donald Trump, and their shared family values.
To mark the first anniversary of the Labour government coming to power on Friday, the prime minister spoke to the BBC podcast Political Thinking and said it was “in the national interest” for the two men to connect.
“We are different people and we’ve got different political backgrounds and leanings, but we do have a good relationship and that comes from a number of places,” he said.
“I think I do understand what anchors the president, what he really cares about. For both of us, we really care about family and there’s a point of connection there.” » | Jamie Grierson | Friday, July 4, 2025
”Shared family values?” Really, Sir Keir? Really? – © Mark Alexander
Wednesday, July 02, 2025
Fraser Nelson: Rachel Reeves's Exit Would Topple Starmer
Jul 2, 2025 | “If Rachel Reeves does go, then it will be I think a matter of time before Keir Starmer goes with her.”
Losing a chancellor within 18 months of a new government would be “too big an admission of failure” from the PM, says The Times’s Fraser Nelson.
Losing a chancellor within 18 months of a new government would be “too big an admission of failure” from the PM, says The Times’s Fraser Nelson.
Monday, January 13, 2025
Sir Keir Starmer Sets Out Plan to Make UK World Leader in AI | BBC News
Jan 13, 2025 | Artificial intelligence (AI) presents a "vast potential" for rejuvenating UK public services, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said.
In a speech setting out the government's plans to use AI across the UK to boost growth and deliver services more efficiently, the prime minister said the government had a responsibility to make AI "work for working people".
But the announcement has prompted questions from critics over how much time and money will be needed to make the government's vision a reality, after concerns over current borrowing costs and the pound falling to a recent low.
In a speech setting out the government's plans to use AI across the UK to boost growth and deliver services more efficiently, the prime minister said the government had a responsibility to make AI "work for working people".
But the announcement has prompted questions from critics over how much time and money will be needed to make the government's vision a reality, after concerns over current borrowing costs and the pound falling to a recent low.
Friday, December 27, 2024
Keir Starmer Pays Tribute to Brother Who Died on Boxing Day
THE GUARDIAN: Nick Starmer, 60, who had cancer, ‘met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour’, says PM
Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his brother, Nick, who had cancer and died on Boxing Day aged 60.
The prime minister said his younger brother was “a wonderful man” who “met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour”.
He said in a statement: “I would like to thank all those who treated and took care of Nick. Their skill and compassion is very much appreciated.”
Starmer had been due to go on holiday abroad with his family on Friday but will now stay at home.
A spokesperson for the prime minister said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Starmer. Nick, 60, died peacefully on the afternoon of December 26 after battling cancer. We ask for privacy for Nick’s wider family at this time.” » | Eleni Courea and agency | Friday, December 27, 2024
THE TELEGRAPH:
Sir Keir Starmer’s brother dies aged 60: Nick Starmer died peacefully on Boxing Day after suffering from cancer, PM says »
BBC:
Starmer pays tribute to brother who died on Boxing Day: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his younger brother Nick, who had cancer, after he died on Boxing Day at the age of 60. »
R.I.P.
Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his brother, Nick, who had cancer and died on Boxing Day aged 60.
The prime minister said his younger brother was “a wonderful man” who “met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour”.
He said in a statement: “I would like to thank all those who treated and took care of Nick. Their skill and compassion is very much appreciated.”
Starmer had been due to go on holiday abroad with his family on Friday but will now stay at home.
A spokesperson for the prime minister said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Starmer. Nick, 60, died peacefully on the afternoon of December 26 after battling cancer. We ask for privacy for Nick’s wider family at this time.” » | Eleni Courea and agency | Friday, December 27, 2024
THE TELEGRAPH:
Sir Keir Starmer’s brother dies aged 60: Nick Starmer died peacefully on Boxing Day after suffering from cancer, PM says »
BBC:
Starmer pays tribute to brother who died on Boxing Day: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his younger brother Nick, who had cancer, after he died on Boxing Day at the age of 60. »
R.I.P.
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Starmer More Unpopular after Five Months than Any Other PM in Over 40 Years
THE TELEGRAPH: Plummeting satisfaction rating reflects turbulent start in No 10
Sir Keir Starmer’s first five months of changes have caused his popularity to plummet | LEON NEAL/GETTY IMAGES
Sir Keir Starmer is more unpopular after five months in Downing Street than any other prime minister since the late 1970s, according to the latest poll.
A survey conducted between Nov 27 and Dec 4 found 61 per cent of voters were dissatisfied with Sir Keir’s performance while just 27 per cent were satisfied.
That gave the Prime Minister a net satisfaction score of minus 34.
Ipsos said it was the worst score recorded for a prime minister after five months in office in its history, dating back to Margaret Thatcher.
Sir Keir suffered a rocky five months in No 10, which included the freebies scandal, scrapping the winter fuel payment for 10 million pensioners, a Budget that increased taxes by £40 billion and Louise Haigh’s resignation from the Cabinet. » | Jack Maidment, Politics Live Blog Editor. Dominic Penna, Political Correspondent | Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Sir Keir Starmer is more unpopular after five months in Downing Street than any other prime minister since the late 1970s, according to the latest poll.
A survey conducted between Nov 27 and Dec 4 found 61 per cent of voters were dissatisfied with Sir Keir’s performance while just 27 per cent were satisfied.
That gave the Prime Minister a net satisfaction score of minus 34.
Ipsos said it was the worst score recorded for a prime minister after five months in office in its history, dating back to Margaret Thatcher.
Sir Keir suffered a rocky five months in No 10, which included the freebies scandal, scrapping the winter fuel payment for 10 million pensioners, a Budget that increased taxes by £40 billion and Louise Haigh’s resignation from the Cabinet. » | Jack Maidment, Politics Live Blog Editor. Dominic Penna, Political Correspondent | Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Britain Is Back’: Keir Starmer Promises UK Will Be At The Heart of Europe
THE OBSERVER: Prime minister wants to foster a new spirit of cooperation and partnership to confront the crises facing the continent
Keir Starmer has promised a new era of closer relations with Europe to ensure future generations can look back “on what our continent achieved together” before a key meeting of European leaders this week.
Starmer said Europe as a whole faced security crises and linked problems over migration, and that Britain should be at the heart of the continent’s efforts to confront them.
In his most positive comments about the UK and Europe since he campaigned against Brexit and for a second referendum, the prime minister said that Europe was “at the forefront of some of the greatest challenges of our time”.
Speaking before a meeting at Blenheim Palace on Thursday of the European Political Community, he said: “Russia’s barbaric war continues to reverberate across our continent, while vile smuggling gangs traffic innocent people on perilous journeys that too often end in tragedy.
“We cannot be spectators in this chapter of history. We must do more and go further, not just for the courageous Ukrainians on the frontlines, or those being trafficked from country to country, but so our future generations look back with pride at what our continent achieved together. » | Toby Helm, Political editor | Sunday, July 14, 2024
At last! Some grown-up government after more than fourteen years of a freak show, a sh**sh*w, and Mickey Mouse government, if government it can indeed be accurately referred to! Punch and Judy have been put to bed! Hopefully, forever silenced!
Now, all we need is for Sir Keir Starmer to think of a way of reversing that ludicrous and impoverishing Brexit. Common sense dictates that Britain’s place is in the heart of Europe. Ergo, we belong in the European Union as full members. This will ensure peace and security in the whole of Europe and it is the sine qua non of prosperity for all. — © Mark Alexander
Keir Starmer has promised a new era of closer relations with Europe to ensure future generations can look back “on what our continent achieved together” before a key meeting of European leaders this week.
Starmer said Europe as a whole faced security crises and linked problems over migration, and that Britain should be at the heart of the continent’s efforts to confront them.
In his most positive comments about the UK and Europe since he campaigned against Brexit and for a second referendum, the prime minister said that Europe was “at the forefront of some of the greatest challenges of our time”.
Speaking before a meeting at Blenheim Palace on Thursday of the European Political Community, he said: “Russia’s barbaric war continues to reverberate across our continent, while vile smuggling gangs traffic innocent people on perilous journeys that too often end in tragedy.
“We cannot be spectators in this chapter of history. We must do more and go further, not just for the courageous Ukrainians on the frontlines, or those being trafficked from country to country, but so our future generations look back with pride at what our continent achieved together. » | Toby Helm, Political editor | Sunday, July 14, 2024
At last! Some grown-up government after more than fourteen years of a freak show, a sh**sh*w, and Mickey Mouse government, if government it can indeed be accurately referred to! Punch and Judy have been put to bed! Hopefully, forever silenced!
Now, all we need is for Sir Keir Starmer to think of a way of reversing that ludicrous and impoverishing Brexit. Common sense dictates that Britain’s place is in the heart of Europe. Ergo, we belong in the European Union as full members. This will ensure peace and security in the whole of Europe and it is the sine qua non of prosperity for all. — © Mark Alexander
Saturday, July 06, 2024
Sir Keir Starmer's First Cabinet: Who Has Been Appointed?
Friday, July 05, 2024
Labour Wins UK General Election with Keir Starmer to Be Next Prime Minister | BBC News
Jul 5, 2024 | Labour has officially won the 2024 general election after reaching the required 326 seats.
Speaking in central London, the next prime minister Keir Starmer says "change begins now". "It feels good, I have to be honest," he tells a cheering crowd. He adds that the task of a Labour government is "nothing less than renewing the ideas that hold our country together".
Speaking in central London, the next prime minister Keir Starmer says "change begins now". "It feels good, I have to be honest," he tells a cheering crowd. He adds that the task of a Labour government is "nothing less than renewing the ideas that hold our country together".
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
UK General Election: Sunak and Starmer Clash over Borders, Tax and Gender in TV Debate | BBC News
Jun 26, 2024 | The leaders of the UK's Conservative and Labour parties faced each other in the final television debate, ahead of the general election on 4 July.
Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer clashed repeatedly on their plans for tax and immigration, while facing audience questions.
They were challenged about integrity in politics in one of the last major set-piece moments before polling day next week.
Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer clashed repeatedly on their plans for tax and immigration, while facing audience questions.
They were challenged about integrity in politics in one of the last major set-piece moments before polling day next week.
Monday, October 17, 2022
The Lady's Not for Turning... Up' - Says Labour, as PM Is a No-show
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has slammed Prime Minister Liz Truss for not turning up to answer his Urgent Question on the sacking of Kwasi Kwarteng.
Mr Starmer had called for Ms Truss to come to the Commons and answer the question in front of MPs, but instead sent former Tory leadership contest rival Penny Mordaunt
Mr Starmer had called for Ms Truss to come to the Commons and answer the question in front of MPs, but instead sent former Tory leadership contest rival Penny Mordaunt
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