Labour leader Keir Starmer convened a meeting with Labour mayors to discuss strategies for boosting economic growth across all regions of the UK. The meeting emphasized the need for more devolution of power to local regions, aiming to enhance decision-making capabilities at the local level. This initiative is part of Labour's broader mission to improve living standards and increase economic opportunities nationwide. The meeting also highlighted Labour's commitment to addressing child poverty and creating jobs, particularly in the North East, as part of a 10-year local growth plan. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar also pledged to prioritize economic growth in Scotland if Labour is elected to power. Sue Gray is organizing fortnightly meetings between Starmer and the mayors, with other frontbenchers attending ad hoc.
More devolution of power to our regions so we can make our own decisions. That was the theme as @UKLabour Mayors came together with @Keir_Starmer, @RachelReevesMP & @AngelaRayner today. We’ll create jobs, fight child poverty & make our North East the home of real opportunity. https://t.co/t606DH9dFS
In the local elections more people voted for Labour mayors. They voted for change. They voted for delivery. Backed by a Labour government, we can turbocharge growth in every part of the country. Labour in power is mission focused on working people. https://t.co/S7jw7Qza1m
Great to join @uklabour mayors in Wolverhampton. After 14 years of Tory chaos that has left people across our city & country suffering, this is our moment to deliver economic growth, higher wages & a greener future for everyone. We stand ready to work with a Labour government. https://t.co/fyui9MGyDf
Great to get all the @UKLabour Mayor’s together to discuss how we can drive the economy forward in all our regions. Having Keir, Angela and Rachel all onboard to support us to deliver our plans is incredibly exciting and will be key to our success. We have big plans in York… https://t.co/kUuG8ZKPco
.@ScottishLabour leader @AnasSarwar pledged to make economic growth the “number one priority” if Labour is elected to power in Scotland https://t.co/jw9LftnXYp
Photo du Jour: Mayor for West Yorkshire, @TracyBrabin takes a selfie with Labour's newly expanded team of mayors and Labour leader @Keir_Starmer Deputy leader @AngelaRayner & Shadow Chancellor @RachelReevesMP in Wolverhampton. By Stefan Rousseau/PA https://t.co/8WupxEqEnr
A busy, productive and fun morning over the border in the West Midlands with Labour colleagues. It’s really encouraging to know that @Keir_Starmer, @RachelReevesMP and @AngelaRayner want Mayors to take the lead when it comes to delivering growth for all parts of our country. https://t.co/zKE3Q8XSse
Instead of levelling up, the Tories have widened the deep-rooted North-South divide & ideologically attacked Northern communities with cuts to budgets Great to see @UKLabour & @KiMcGuinness get to work on a 10 year local growth plan for the North East region ✊ https://t.co/iPpdweIJTi
After 17 years of SNP and Tory failure, devolution needs re-set and renewed. Scottish Labour is determined to deliver the change that Scotland needs. https://t.co/bbpr7fEikc
If Keir Starmer fails to deliver growth, new fractures will emerge between Westminster and the regions. 🖊️ @freddiejh8 https://t.co/4vY41865hp
Metro mayors could become hotspots for dissent under a Labour government - esp if austerity is reimposed. - Sue Gray is organising fortnightly meetings between Starmer and the mayors, with other frontbenchers attending ad hoc 👇 https://t.co/86xXXlh07J
NEW: @Keir_Starmer will bring Labour mayors together to boost growth across the country. For too long power has been hoarded in Westminster. Labour will grow the economy and make you better off by giving control back to your community. https://t.co/b6MveBm8SD
Today, I’m bringing together our Labour mayors to work on plans to boost economic growth in every region. My mission-driven government would work from day one to put more money in people’s pockets and improve living standards across the country. https://t.co/k8gY0eOmXs
Sadiq Khan’s drive to boost London’s economy was being seized on by Sir Keir Starmer as he seeks to boost growth in all regions of the country https://t.co/2ApGYjH2zH
Starmer to meet with new team of mayors to discuss devolution plans https://t.co/215LA3nAFy
Headed down west today to campaign with the fantastic @MarthaAngharad our @WelshLabour @UKLabour #GeneralElection candidate for Caerfyrddin. Thanks to all the residents who chatted to our team. Beautiful sunshine & views all day @labourdoorstep_ 🌹 https://t.co/xztR65o5iu
📝 “In our manifesto, we'll have some significant things that are transformational for the whole of the country, but more so for Scotland." 👇 @politicshome spoke to Shadow Scotland Secretary Ian Murray https://t.co/lhSD8fC4hX
"Sadiq Khan has no interest in the economy of London." Historian Dr David Starkey slams the London mayor. 📺 That Was The Woke That Was - https://t.co/Pnn6eKcWmI @andrejpwalker @Barnesy19 @mrphildave https://t.co/cBlO9fCdjU
This wonderful @UKLabour team of campaigners couldn't wait to get back out on the #Labourdoorstep and talk to people in Bristol Central this weekend. Really positive response - thanks all! https://t.co/RfFg7iV8m9