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Wes Streeting has expressed criticism of Tony Blair, stating that Blair was 'too quick to declare a classless society' and criticizing his response to the Grenfell report. Streeting also addressed concerns regarding the Treasury's decision to cut the winter fuel allowance, empathizing with pensioners who feel targeted. He warned that pensioners would not be the only ones to suffer under Labour, with more cuts expected in the upcoming budget. Streeting emphasized the need for social care reform, stating that he would consider his tenure a failure if he did not address the issue. He also criticized the Conservative government's handling of social care, calling their actions 'appalling.' He mentioned Rachel Reeves in the context of upcoming budget cuts.