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Observer editorial

The Observer view on Keir Starmer: Labour is ready to govern, but can it deliver on growth without spending?

Keir Starmer giving his speech at the Labour conference, with his face shown close up, against a dark background.
Keir Starmer giving his speech at the Labour conference, where he offered an end to 13 years of political instability. Photograph: Gary Roberts Photography/Shutterstock

Labour’s conference in Liverpool last week was a quiet success. Eclipsed as it was by breaking international events, Keir Starmer and his shadow cabinet used their platform to expand on what would distinguish a Labour government from that of Rishi Sunak’s.

Labour came across as a party united behind its leader, which would bring a sober and steady approach to governing in stark contrast to the period of political instability Britain has experienced since the Brexit referendum.

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