Labour Party denies claims of watering down £28 billion-a-year green initiative pledge
A fresh row has erupted over the Labour Party's promise to spend £28 billion-a-year on green initiatives. Officials from the party have strongly denied claims that their leader, Sir Keir Starmer, is considering a plan to further water down the pledge. Sources in Starmer's office suggested that the financial state of the country may prevent the party from reaching the £28 billion figure, leading to pressure to reduce its cost. However, a Labour Party spokesperson dismissed these claims as "categorically untrue" and stated that their position on the green prosperity plan remains unchanged.
Inquiry proposed into the briefing
Sources have suggested that an inquiry will be launched into the briefing that sparked the controversy. This comes as tensions within the Labour Party continue to rise over the handling of their green initiative and other policies.
Labour Party reaffirms commitment to green prosperity plan
The Labour Party spokesperson emphasized that although all policies will be subject to Labour's fiscal rules, their commitment to the green prosperity plan remains unchanged. They stated that Labour will continue to invest in jobs and energy independence, ramping up investment to a total of £28 billion a year in the second half of the parliament, as originally planned in 2021.
Labour's green initiative timeline adjusted
Previously, Labour had promised to invest £28 billion-a-year until 2030 in green projects if they were to come to power. However, last summer, shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves stated that this figure would be a target to work towards in the second half of a first parliament. The party's stance on the timeline for their green initiative has caused some confusion and criticism.
Tailspin over benefits and potential revolt
Labour is also facing internal challenges over their stance on benefits. Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly seeking a crackdown, but there are fears of a revolt from his MPs. This adds to the growing pressures and tensions within the party.
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