Keir Starmer has proven himself time and again as a leader who truly embodies the values and aspirations of so many citizens in the UK. His dedication to justice and fairness is evident in his work as the head of the Crown Prosecution Service, where he tirelessly fought for the rights and protection of the vulnerable. His vision for a progressive UK is clear, and his ability to foster international relationships with key world leaders showcases his capability to lead our country on the global stage.

I, like so many others, have witnessed the positive impact of his leadership across various platforms and issues that matter deeply to us all. Whether it's healthcare, education, or climate change, Keir Starmer leads with a balanced and informed approach that resonates with our collective needs. His transparency and calculated strategies are signs of a true leader, willing to bring about necessary change while maintaining stability.

Under his premiership, the UK  stands firm on the international stage, promoting peace, innovation, and sustainability. Keir Starmer's aspirations align with those of many citizens who yearn to keep a government that is responsive, accountable, and forward-thinking.

I urge you to support Keir Starmer staying on as Prime Minister. Stand with us to ensure that a capable and compassionate leader steers our country towards a future of prosperity. By signing this petition, you lend your voice to a cause that seeks to uplift our nation and bring forth the leadership we deserve. Please sign and share with others who believe in a brighter future for the UK. 

 

1. LABOUR’S RECORD: JULY 2024 - MAY 2026*

*NHS + Public Services*  

- 2 million extra operations/scans/appointments a year - funded in Budget 2024  

- NHS waiting lists down 180,000 since July 2024  

- Junior doctors strikes settled - 60% public approve  

- State pension up £470  

- £1.4bn to rebuild 500 schools  

- Free breakfast clubs - £30m funding  

- £1.5bn returned to former mineworkers’ pensions  

*Working People + Cost of Living*  

- Minimum wage boost for 3 million workers  

- Fuel duty frozen  

- No rise to Income Tax, National Insurance or VAT  

- £1bn Household Support Fund extended  

- Carer’s Allowance: biggest eligibility rise since it started  

- Non-dom tax status abolished  

*Housing + Energy*  

- £39bn for 300,000 social/affordable homes  

- Ground rents capped at £250/year - saves leaseholders £4,000+  

- Ban on new leasehold flats + easier commonhold switch  

- British Steel nationalisation - King’s Speech Wed 13 May 2026  

- Railways Bill - full public ownership coming  

- Ofwat abolished - new water regulator  

- Pubs business rates cut 15% + 2-year freeze  

*Economy*  

- FTSE 100 broke 10,000 for first time Jan 2026, up 19% in 2025  

- £22bn Tory black hole being fixed  

- GB Energy set up  

- India trade deal May 2025 - “best since Brexit”  

*Why it took 2 years*: Unelected Tory peers in House of Lords can delay bills up to 1 year. They blocked Railways Bill, Planning Bill, Hereditary Peers Act. *Labour’s mandate delayed by people nobody voted for.*

*2. KEIR + WORLD LEADERS: PUTTING BRITAIN BACK AT THE TABLE*

*Europe Reset - NOT Rejoin*  

Keir’s Red Lines: *No single market. No customs union. No freedom of movement. Parliament votes on any EU alignment.*

*What he HAS delivered:*  

- *Agri-food deal*: Cut border checks on GB food/drink exports. Cheaper food.  

- *Energy*: UK-EU power grid talks. Avoids carbon tax clash, keeps bills down.  

- *Defence*: EU-UK Defence Partnership May 2025. UK access to €150bn EU defence fund. British firms win contracts.  

- *Youth mobility*: Young Brits to work in EU for few years - deal coming.  

- *Erasmus+*: Re-association talks started.  

- *E-gates*: UK passports to use EU fast lanes.  

- *Migration*: New law enforcement + data sharing with EU.  

*Ukraine - Leading the “Coalition of the Willing”*  

- *London Summit Feb 2025*: 18 leaders - Macron, Scholz, Meloni, Trudeau, Tusk. Agreed peace plan to take to Trump.  

- *Paris Feb 2025*: Keir said UK prepared to put peacekeeping troops in Ukraine.  

- *European Political Community July 2024*: First act as PM. “Reset post-Brexit ties”.  

- *Called Biden + Macron + Scholz + Meloni* May 2025 to push ceasefire.  

*Germany + France*  

- *Germany Treaty Aug 2024*: First PM visit to Berlin in 8 years. Defence + energy + migration pact. “Once-in-a-generation chance to turn corner on Brexit”.  

- *“European Quad” Oct 2024*: Biden + Starmer + Scholz + Macron on Ukraine/Middle East.  

*Global Deals*  

- *Gulf*: £10bn UAE investment + Saudi deals. “Necessary for British security and jobs”.  

- *India*: Trade deal May 2025. “Best since Brexit”.  

- *China*: First PM visit in 8 years. Taking business leaders. “In our interests to engage”.  

*3. THE RIGHT-WING LIE vs REALITY*

*What Tories/Reform Say*: “Rejoining by stealth”  

*What Keir’s Actually Doing*: Ruled out single market, customs union, free movement 20+ times  

*What Tories/Reform Say*: “Surrender summit”  

*What Keir’s Actually Doing*: Got EU defence fund access + cheaper food checks without rejoining  

*What Tories/Reform Say*: “Betraying Brexit”  

*What Keir’s Actually Doing*: Brexit is final. Parliament votes on alignment  

*What Tories/Reform Say*: “Nobody respects UK”  

*What Keir’s Actually Doing*: Hosting 18 leaders on Ukraine. Biden/Scholz/Macron Quad  

*What Tories/Reform Say*: “Markets hate Labour”  

*What Keir’s Actually Doing*: Sterling + gilts rose when Keir vowed to stay. FTSE 100 up 19% 2025  

*4. KING’S SPEECH WEDNESDAY 13 MAY 2026*  

*EU Reset Bills*: Energy Independence Bill, Border Security Bill, Railways Bill.  

*Also*: British Steel nationalisation, new water regulator, AI Growth Lab, votes at 16.  The list goes on. A daily briefing from Number 10 needs to replace doing media rounds where presenters can control the Narative.