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Politics latest: Starmer facing Badenoch at PMQs - and he's 'prepared to wing it' after 'watershed' moment


Published on 2024-11-27 10:40:26 - Brian Stokes
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  • It's Wednesday, which means it's time for Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch's PMQs face-off. After that, the business secretary will make a statement on electric vehicle sales targets after Vauxhall's parent company cited the mandate as the reason for closing its 120-year-old plant in Luton.

The article from Sky News discusses several key political developments in the UK. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has indicated that a Labour government would consider legalizing assisted dying, following a significant public petition. This comes amidst discussions on various policy issues, including the budget, where Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves has been active. Meanwhile, Conservative Party dynamics are highlighted with Kemi Badenoch's comments on the party's direction and leadership, suggesting a potential shift in focus towards more traditional conservative values. Additionally, there are mentions of ongoing political debates and the implications of recent polls showing Labour's lead over the Conservatives. The article also touches on the broader political atmosphere, including reactions to recent budget announcements and the general political strategy of both major parties as they approach future elections.

Read the Full Sky Article at [ https://news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-labour-government-assisted-dying-budget-keir-starmer-rachel-reeves-conservative-tories-kemi-badenoch-12593360?postid=8685880 ]