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Starmer's Living Standards Claims Challenged by Resolution Foundation

6/19/2025

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's assertion that living standards have plummeted under Conservative rule has been challenged by the Resolution Foundation, which stated he "clearly misspoke." While some indicators reflect sluggish growth, none confirm record lows. The Labour government plans to monitor living standards closely with targeted metrics moving forward.

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's assertion that living standards have plummeted under Conservative rule has been challenged by the Resolution Foundation, which stated he "clearly misspoke." While some indicators reflect sluggish growth, none confirm record lows. The Labour government plans to monitor living standards closely with targeted metrics moving forward.