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Starmer Aims to Transform Culture Amid Criticism and Controversy

2/24/2026

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer (Labour, UK) says he must change the culture of his administration and involve MPs in policymaking.
This follows criticism over recent appointments linked to controversial figures.
The government announced a £4 billion fund for children with special educational needs.
Some MPs say the fund is insufficient.
The government will not oppose a Liberal Democrat motion to release documents on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s trade envoy appointment amid allegations.

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer (Labour, UK) says he must change the culture of his administration and involve MPs in policymaking.
This follows criticism over recent appointments linked to controversial figures.
The government announced a £4 billion fund for children with special educational needs.
Some MPs say the fund is insufficient.
The government will not oppose a Liberal Democrat motion to release documents on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s trade envoy appointment amid allegations.