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Tory Shadow Minister Criticizes Labour Government Over Internal Focus
A Conservative Party spokesperson told GB News that the Labour government is focused on its own internal matters rather than issues such as welfare reform and the cost of living. The comments come amid reports of continued party tensions.
May 18, 8:33 AM·1m read1 source
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A Conservative Party spokesperson told GB News that the Labour government is focused on its own internal matters rather than issues such as welfare reform and the cost of living. The spokesperson said the government has provided giveaways to unions and welfare recipients since taking office, resulting in higher costs for taxpayers.
The spokesperson added that officials are more concerned with internal party dynamics than with challenges facing businesses and employment.
The spokesperson stated that the government arrived in office without a plan beyond repaying union supporters. The comments were made during an interview with GB News about upcoming by-elections. The spokesperson said the Conservative Party will contest the Makerfield by-election and will not enter into agreements with other parties.
The spokesperson also noted a close race in a Scottish by-election where Conservatives trailed the SNP by about 1,000 votes. The spokesperson said the party is presenting its plans to voters and that public response has been positive.
