Summary
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer criticized Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, in his speech at the Labour conference in Liverpool. Sir Keir called for unity within the Labour Party and suggested lifting the two-child benefit cap in the upcoming budget. Many newspapers covered his remarks, which aimed to appeal to working-class voters and counter Farage's influence.
Key Facts
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer spoke at the Labour conference, criticizing Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
- Starmer urged voters to reject Reform UK's messages of division.
- He called Farage a "snake oil merchant" and said he doesn't believe in Britain.
- Newspapers reported that Starmer aimed to unite the Labour Party and fend off leadership challenges.
- Starmer proposed lifting the two-child benefit cap in the November budget, though not explicitly announced in his speech.
- The Guardian and other papers suggested this might be a tactical move for the next general election.
- The Financial Times reported Starmer's emphasis on national pride during his speech, appealing to working-class voters.
