What To Expect In Labour’s First 100 Days In Power (THE END IS NEAR)

Published 2024-07-07
the details of Labour's first 100 days in power, breaking down each significant event:

We now have a news government in the uk and this is what they will do in the first 100 days of being in power.

NATO Summit in Washington (9 July)

Keir Starmer, our newly elected Prime Minister, He's attending a special gathering called the NATO leaders' summit. At this summit, leaders from different Western countries come together to discuss security and cooperation. Starmer will meet influential figures like the US president, Joe Biden. One of the key topics on the agenda is reaffirming the UK's support for Ukraine, helping out a friend they put in-trouble.

New MPs in London

After this summit the MPs will attend the parliament, Hundreds of new Members of Parliament (MPs) ready to start shouting at each others But here's the twist: many of them are unfamiliar with how the game works. So, the experts which are known as “Commons authorities) will be helping them learn the ropes. Then MPs will take an oath based on their experience, and they'll choose someone to lead them this is (the new speaker).

Then on July 17 things will get bigger
King's Speech (17 July)

a grand occasion in the House of Lords. King Charles stands before everyone, reading out a speech. This speech is like a roadmap for the government's next moves. It sets out their plans and priorities. But here's the rule: no real work can happen in Parliament until the King delivers this speech. It's like waiting for the green light at a busy intersection.

What's in the King's Speech? You might be thinking.
Starmer's team has been working tirelessly on this speech. They're focusing on what matters to voters: the economy, the National Health Service (NHS), and immigration.

They want to strengthen workers' rights and keep an eye on the economy . Also, they're considering nationalizing the railways, creating GB Energy (a state-owned energy company), and reforming the planning system to build more houses. Sounds like big goals that’s why Starmer said the change will start now.


EPC Summit in Oxfordshire (18 July)
On July 18th another big meeting for Starmer.
Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire hosting a special gathering—the European Political Community (EPC) summit. It's like a new club where European countries discuss shared priorities. By hosting this summit, the UK gets to set the agenda. Starmer's team wants to improve the UK's relationship with the EU, and this summit is their chance to set the tone.
Meanwhile, back in the Commons, MPs are getting down to business. They'll debate the King's speech for about six days. Yes, it was a grand speech.

Parliament Breaks for Recess (End of July)
Moving in to the end of July
Starmer plans to extend Parliament's working time beyond the original summer recess date (23 July). Labour officials are considering an extra week, so Parliament can take a break in August and return fresh in early September.
Even during recess, government business continues. New ministers are eager to make their mark. The health secretary will tackle issues with junior doctors, the home secretary will handle Channel boat crossings (which increase in summer), and the Treasury will gear up for an international investment summit promised by Reeves within the first 100 days.

Labour Party Conference (22 September)

The first hard days done now labour takes time out to celebrate
Labour's faithful members gather for their first party conference since taking power. They'll celebrate their achievements during the initial 80-odd days in office.


Conservative Party Conference (29 September)
A week later, the Conservatives hold their conference. It's their first gathering after losing the election. The new leader will have a moment to faces the challenge of energizing party members and rebuilding from the loss

Early Autum and Rachel Reeves' Budget

Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, prepares for her first budget. She'll likely present it in mid-September (before party conferences) or early October. The Office of Budget Responsibility needs 10 weeks' notice to create an independent forecast, as Reeves has always promised.
Labour's budget plans include introducing VAT on private school fees, higher taxes on non-dom residents, and expanding the windfall tax on energy companies.
The big question for Reeves: Will she include wealth taxes (like changes to capital gains tax and inheritance tax) to revise the severe public spending cuts proposed by Rishi Sunak's government?

Are you excised to see their changes? Hmm I’m not convinced

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