Watch Keir Starmer speech and read key highlights as Labour targets undecided voters

In his first major speech of the general election, Keir Starmer is urging undecided voters to place their trust in the Labour party, emphasizing that the party has undergone significant changes that are lasting and significant. He is confident that voters can rely on Labour to appropriately handle important issues such as finances, border control, and national security.

On a Monday morning during a bank holiday, Starmer is giving a speech in Lancing, which is located in the battleground of East Worthing and Shoreham in the south-east region of England. During his speech, he emphasizes that he prioritizes his country before his political party, and that he will tenaciously fight for the voters of that area.

He will state that the cornerstone of the Labour party's 2024 manifesto and recently released "first steps" are "financial security, boundary security, and national security".

You have the option to view an online stream of Starmer's speech today down below. We'll provide you with real-time updates on the speech as well as Starmer's Q&A with the media afterwards, so make sure to refresh this page for the latest information. A speech transcript will be available for viewing later on as well.

Here are some of the main points that journalists are discussing about the occasion:

Starmer is confident that despite what the polls may suggest, there are many individuals who are still uncertain about their vote in this upcoming election. These people may have concerns about whether the Labour party has made sufficient progress and whether they can be trusted with matters related to the economy, national borders and overall security. However, Starmer affirms his assurance that Labour has indeed undergone a significant transformation and can be trusted on all these fronts. This is because he has taken steps to reform the party.

The blog section was tweeted by Beth Rigby on May 27, 2024.

Starmer expressed his frustration towards the Prime Minister's constant declaration of having turned the corner. According to Starmer, such a statement is disrespectful. Besides, taxes are currently at an all-time high compared to the past war years. The ongoing chaos has also severely affected every working family that now has to pay £5000 more.

The tweet was posted by Beth Rigby on May 27th, 2024.

My project is to make Britain serve working people once again. Putting the country first should always take priority over political party interests. It's only expected for public services to prioritize serving the people. You deserve to feel secure and have a sense of certainty, as well as the hope that Britain will improve for everyone.

Rewritten: Beth Rigby tweeted on the 27th of May in the year 2024.

Starmer has commented on the issue of the cost of living crisis, stating that those belonging to the working class are often fearful of accumulating debts.

When it came to financial matters, my parents were apprehensive about debt. They would make a deliberate decision to skip paying a particular bill instead of taking on any debt. Ultimately, they opted to let go of the payment for their phone bill.

"The tweet shared by Rachel Wearmouth on May 27, 2024"

Starmer mentions that Oxsted is quite similar to other traditional English towns. It's full of red brick houses and semi-detached homes, surrounded by peaceful hills and green fields. The locals are hardworking and can earn some extra cash by helping farmers remove stones from their land. Everyone has a quiet strength that's admirable and essential to survive here. It represents the best values of British society, which is crucial for daily life in Oxsted.

The blog post was tweeted by Matthew Holehouse on May 27, 2024.

Starmer believes that the proposed National Service policy reflects the government's tendency to constantly introduce new initiatives and engage in election campaigning. He also suggests that the plan to fund a youth team of fathers by cancelling funding for levelling up appears to be inconsistent with the government's priorities.

The blog post by Matthew Holehouse, dated May 27, 2024, could be paraphrased in simpler vocabulary and phrasing as follows: There's a new article by Matthew Holehouse that was posted on May 27, 2024. In it, he talks about the rise of online streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, which have become very popular in recent years. He explains how these services have changed the way that people watch movies and TV shows, and how they've had an impact on the traditional content distribution and broadcast industry. Holehouse discusses the challenges these streaming platforms face in maintaining their subscriber base, such as competition from other streaming services, content licensing issues, and piracy. Overall, he points out how technology and consumer behavior have transformed the entertainment industry and the ways in which we consume media.

During a Q&A session, Starmer highlighted the importance of discussing the cost of living and the NHS over the National Service plan. He further criticized the Tories for using tax avoidance receipts to fund their policy rather than prioritizing the NHS or levelling up. Starmer observed that some funds used for National Service were taken from the levelling up pot.

Beth Rigby tweeted on May 27th, 2024.

The leader of the Labour party compared his decision to switch parties with Rishi Sunak's actions, claiming that the Prime Minister is too susceptible to the desires of his political group. As an example, he brought up the policy towards Rwanda, saying that the PM had little faith in it.

On May 27, 2024, Anushka Asthana tweeted about a blog section.

In his latest statement, Keir Starmer accused the Tories of being excessively anxious. This comes after they insinuated that Starmer's age was making him tired. The Tories' actions were compared to Trump's attack on Joe Biden, who is 20 years his senior, by referring to him as 'Sleepy'.

Kiran Stacey's disclosure on Friday that Sunak wasn't actively campaigning after a rocky beginning annoyed the Conservative Campaign Headquarters.

In the blog section, Pippa Crerar tweeted on May 27, 2024.

Keir Starmer has labelled the recent attempts by the Tories to undermine his stamina and age as "desperate". More information regarding these attacks can be found by clicking on the following link: https://t.co/m1QddgKCb2

The blog post shared by Jane Merrick on May 27, 2024 needs to be rephrased in plain English using different vocabulary.

During an interview with Channel 4's @PGMcNamara, Keir Starmer was asked what he would say to Benjamin Netanyahu if he were the UK Prime Minister at present. In response, Starmer urged Netanyahu to "stop" the offensive and expressed his support for an immediate ceasefire.

On May 27, 2024, Anushka Asthana posted a message on Twitter.

In a recent statement, Keir Starmer expressed that the current system of tuition fees is not beneficial for neither students nor universities. As a result, his party is considering options for reforming this system. However, he emphasized that they must decide between two options - abolishing tuition fees altogether or increasing the number of NHS appointments by 40,000. This decision is a political one that he must make on behalf of the party.

On May 27, 2024, Anushka Asthana tweeted about a blog section.

Starmer sends his children to public schools and feels it is unacceptable that state schools do not provide enough educators. He acknowledges that it will be challenging to secure the necessary funding but proposes utilizing VAT on private school fees to cover the costs.

On May 27th, 2024, Beth Rigby posted a tweet.

In simpler terms, Starmer shares that he does not oppose the concept of "third party processing" for individuals seeking asylum. However, he highlights the distinction between processing individuals in their current location versus deporting them to Rwanda. He also notes that EU countries prefer processing individuals instead of deportations. Finally, Starmer brings up the matter of cost.

The blog section from May 27, 2024, as tweeted by Anushka Asthana.

Keir Starmer has refused to confirm whether the Labour Party would abolish the requirement for voter identification, implying that it is not a top priority at this time. He did not explicitly state the party's stance on the matter.

Rewritten: On May 27th, 2024, a tweet was posted by Iain Watson.

He dismissed the idea of granting voting rights to people from Europe, yet advocated for allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to participate in elections.

Keir Starmer has stated that if he were to become the Prime Minister, he would anticipate Labour mayors such as @AndyBurnhamGM and @SadiqKhan to question him and advocate for their respective regions. However, he reassures everyone that the government would cooperate with these mayors.

On May 27, 2024, Anushka Asthana posted on Twitter.

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