The government must focus on improving the lives of working people, rebuilding public services, and creating a more equal society.
“Congratulations to Lucy Powell and commiserations to Bridget Phillipson. It was a hard-fought campaign, but this must now mark the beginning of an urgent turnaround. This is the chance for the party and the government to have a total reset.”
Ministers should prioritize improving working people's lives, rebuilding public services, and pushing for a more equal society. The government also needs to promote its successes, such as the employment rights bill.
Author's summary: Labour's deputy leader election marks a chance for reset.