Labour Party Conference 2014: Reaction to Ed Miliband's Speech

Ed Miliband faces the challenge of convincing the public of his capability to be Prime Minister within eight months, with a crucial by-election in Hayward and Middleton as a test. Public awareness of him is low, and UKIP aims to reduce Labour's vote majority. His speech, emphasizing socialist principles and increased NHS funding, received mixed reactions. His strategy focuses on mobilizing Labour's core supporters, but its effectiveness in Tory-leaning areas is uncertain.

What impact do UKIP's concerns about jobs and immigration have on Labour's voter base?

In what ways does Ed Miliband's election strategy address voter apathy?