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Editorial 25.09.24
“The state will take back control” – Wednesday’s front pages reflect on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s party conference speech. The Labour Party conference, being held in Liverpool, marks the first Labour conference in power in more than 15 years.
Away from the party conference, several front pages report on plans to evacuate Britons stuck in Lebanon amid rising violence in the region.
A handful of newspapers lead with showbiz and royal news.
‘State will take back control’
Starmer tells labour party conference
The Daily Telegraph leads with the prime minister’s speech at the conference yesterday with the headline “the state will take back control.” The paper says the PM has deployed a Brexit-style war cry to warn about the impact of unfettered free markets and a small state. Variations on the phrase cropped up 15 times across the 54-minute speech, which the paper styles as an “attempt to connect” with Reform voters.
The Times reports “Brace for the incoming storm, warns Starmer.” The paper says the prime minister has signalled that taxes would have to rise in next month’s Budget. The speech is an “attempt to refocus the government after days dominated by rows over gifts and infighting in No 10.”
“Tough love,” says the Daily Mirror. The front page features a snap of the PM and his wife, saying he was greeted with a standing ovation as he laid out his vision for the future of Britain.
The Metro features an image of Sir Keir and his wife sharing a kiss on stage. The paper says “A home for every hero” referencing the prime minister’s pledge to house all military veterans, young care leavers and victims of domestic abuse.
The Sun also picks up on Starmer’s pledge for homes for veterans.
The Guardian picks up on the PM’s warning of “trade-offs” including new prisons and electricity pylons near homes. The paper cites aides who say Starmer has now started to address concerns that he has been “too gloomy” since his party came to power in July.
The FT leads on the party conference, highlighting the prime minister’s promise to repair the country and warning of “stark choices.” The paper notes the PM has warned of ‘unpopular choices.’
The Independent says Starmer has warned it won’t be easy but he has begun his long-term plan to rebuild Britain.
‘Mass evacuation plans ready’
The Daily Mail says the “marines are ready for mass evacuation of Lebanon Brits.” The paper says the mission, called Operation Meteoric, could see commandos making beach landings in Lebanon to escort UK citizens out of the country.
The Times says officials from the Foreign Office and Border Force will also be sent to the region. The paper says the marines are getting ready to airlift around 10,000 Brits in the region.
The Daily Express reports the government’s warning for British nationals to leave Lebanon with its headline “get out now!”
The i says Britain has sent 700 troops to Lebanon as the government tells Brits to get out of the country amid fears of an all-out war.
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Today, the UK stock market has shown mixed reactions, UK stock market does not trust labour reflecting the volatility and uncertainty in the market. The FTSE 100 experienced a rise early in the day, supported by stimulus measures from China, which helped boost sectors like mining and energy. However, volatility remains as global economic concerns persist, especially regarding inflation and interest rate uncertainty.
Additionally, Nasdaq and Deutsche Börse have been raided by EU officials investigating whether the exchange groups may have been involved in antitrust violations related to financial derivatives.
On the flip side, the UK FTSE 250, which is more domestically focused, continues to face pressure due to ongoing uncertainty around consumer demand and post-Brexit economic realignments. Investors are showing caution, particularly in sectors sensitive to interest rates, such as housing and retail.
Looking ahead, Bank of England optimism in growth will significantly impact investor sentiment, with rate cuts likely stimulating short-term stock growth in consumer sectors. The overall outlook remains cautious but hopeful for a recovery in the coming months.
The FT reflects the mood of investors as it has put down the volatility in the market to a history of bad policies by Labour, Unforced errors in past few weeks point to lack of political judgment in Downing Street.
In reality the uncertainty comes from the lack of banking experience at the helm of teh Labour party, being accessible is key to stability in the banking industry.
The European Union’s drive to make its supply chain greener risks leading to a scorched-earth policy. A planned on agricultural imports from deforested land will affect developing countries producing commodities like timber and palm oil.
The move is already causing exports to go elsewhere. If she doesn’t want to lose vital commodities, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will either have to offer aid or back down on labour and environmental protections.
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), due to come into force on Dec. 30, will prevent goods that can be traced to deforested land from entering the bloc. Products like palm oil and coffee are likely to affected and the price of these will lead to further inflation.
The additional benefit to the EU for these policies is that this will allow the EU to support more EU products, which is why the EU based think tanks are pushing for the ban. It is using legislation to create a protectionist economy for the EU.
This will mean EU companies will rebrand or finish products via brokers in the EU and climate policy will lack the teeth to make any real impact.
Sir Keir Starmer commits to follow international law and is being snubbed by the US president for a meeting
Keir Starmer will pledge to reaffirm Britain’s commitment to internationalism and the rule of law at the UN General Assembly on Wednesday.
“This is the time to uphold fundamental principles and show our readiness to defend them. To recommit to the UN, internationalism, and the rule of law.”
In contrast, Rishi Sunak has distanced himself from the UN and International Law, indicating a willingness to reject any treaty that conflicts with his Rwanda plan.
Britain’s alignment with US foreign policy at the UN and in Europe reflects the US’s strategic interests. This phase of US-EU relations aims to keep the German people and economy, which has been destabilized by cutting ties with Russia, in check.
The US appears to be exerting pressure on Starmer by snubbing him for personal one-on-one meetings.
No. 10 is struggling to arrange meetings with President Biden and Vice President Harris, who are reportedly withholding engagement due to the UK’s arms embargo on Israel.
This is intended to assert the authority over Starmer, to prevent the British PM from fully supporting the calls for a full arms embargo on Israel and opposing the UN’s arrest warrant for Netanyahu, the appeal was recently withdrawn when Labour came in to power.
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