PM defends 'tough decision' over winter fuel cut

Published On Sep 8, 2024, 12:37 AM

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced in a recent interview that his government will make unpopular decisions, including the controversial removal of winter fuel payments for many pensioners, aimed at addressing financial issues. He justified these cuts as necessary to fix the UK's economic foundations, despite potential backlash and opposition within his own party and from trade unions. Starmer also discussed various government policies, expressing frustrations over building safety, NHS reform needs, and the response to recent riots. The government's recent pay agreements for public sector workers were highlighted, contrasting the cuts to pensioner support. Overall, Starmer emphasized the need for difficult choices to avoid further economic decline.