Keir Starmer accused of putting on political act to mislead voters
After months of delays and mixed messages, Labour finally decided to move fast — not on immigration, inflation, or EU relations, but on Parliament itself. And why? To put on a dramatic display over British Steel.
The timing couldn’t be more obvious. With the pressure mounting from recent scandals and growing questions over Keir Starmer’s leadership, Labour pulled MPs in on a Saturday to make a big noise — not to pass crucial legislation or tackle urgent national issues, but to put on a performance, reported the Express.
British Steel is no small matter. It’s vital to towns like Port Talbot, to national security, and to keeping Britain’s industrial future alive. The previous Conservative government recognised that, committing £500 million to help the industry shift to greener operations and protect jobs. It wasn’t perfect, but it was something — funded, ready, and focused on the long term.
Since Labour took over in Wales and gained influence in Westminster, critics say they’ve done nothing but stall. Instead of moving forward, they’ve been torn between trying to keep militant unions happy and avoiding backlash from environmental campaigners. The result? Total standstill.
Now, in what many are calling a panic move, Labour staged a rushed session in Parliament to show they’re doing something — anything — just as headlines were turning sour. But there’s no hiding the fact that they’ve had months to act and chose to wait until the pressure boiled over.
It’s not the first time either. Keir Starmer’s recent US trip, where he tried to pitch himself as a global leader with plans for peace and trade, was branded his “Falklands Moment” — only to collapse when it became clear there was little substance behind the talk.
To critics, it’s more proof that Labour is focused on photo ops, not policy. Parliament, they argue, shouldn’t be used as a backdrop for political theatre when real industries are on the line. The steel sector doesn’t need slogans or drama — it needs concrete plans, serious investment, and clear leadership.
Labour inherited a plan to support British Steel and has, so far, sat on it. For the communities relying on this industry, the workers facing uncertainty, and the country’s future manufacturing prospects, the message is clear: it’s time to stop the posturing and actually get to work.
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