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Starmer in Wolverhampton to Deliver Labour's Local Election Campaign
Keir Starmer launched Labour's local election campaign focusing on cost-of-living relief including a £100 energy bill cut and a 50p minimum wage increase, aiming to regain voter support.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer launched Labour's campaign in Wolverhampton at the city's £61 million learning quarter, urging the country to "stand together" under the slogan "Pride in Britain."
- May's local elections represent a major test for the Prime Minister as Labour struggles in the polls, facing challenges from Reform and the Green Party across the political spectrum.
- Starmer stressed voters care most about the cost of living, urging campaigners to "vote Labour because of our values, vote Labour because of our leadership." He claimed rivals lack credible plans.
- Conservative Party Chairman Kevin Hollinrake criticized the government, claiming "Under Labour, Britain isn't working" and alleging tax hikes have stifled growth for businesses and families.
- Labour hopes lower energy price caps and minimum wage increases will translate into votes, aiming to overcome predictions of heavy losses in the upcoming elections.
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