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Starmer Vows Unity Against Farage's Populism, Plans Reforms

9/27/2025

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Keir Starmer, Labour leader, says Labour faces a fight for the nation's soul against Reform UK and Nigel Farage.
He calls for unity, rejects internal speculation, defends scientific truth and institutions against populism.
He cites challenges, hints at tax increases, lifts two-child benefit cap, and backs his chief of staff amid criticism.
He plans a mandatory digital ID by 2029.

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Keir Starmer, Labour leader, says Labour faces a fight for the nation's soul against Reform UK and Nigel Farage.
He calls for unity, rejects internal speculation, defends scientific truth and institutions against populism.
He cites challenges, hints at tax increases, lifts two-child benefit cap, and backs his chief of staff amid criticism.
He plans a mandatory digital ID by 2029.