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Government Criticized for Ignoring Public Priorities, Promises Change

12/17/2025

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Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the prime minister, criticized the government for missing public priorities.
He said the government is 'addicted to making announcements' and it should deliver results.
Jones highlighted public desires for higher living standards, better services, and national pride, and acknowledged embarrassments such as unauthorized briefings.
He oversees the digital ID scheme and promises a genuine public consultation despite uncertainty about cost and scope.

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Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the prime minister, criticized the government for missing public priorities.
He said the government is 'addicted to making announcements' and it should deliver results.
Jones highlighted public desires for higher living standards, better services, and national pride, and acknowledged embarrassments such as unauthorized briefings.
He oversees the digital ID scheme and promises a genuine public consultation despite uncertainty about cost and scope.