Starmer: Labour must have obsession about economic growth to raise living standards

The video discusses a chart by the Resolution Foundation showing a decline in UK living standards, marking this Parliament as the first in modern history with a contraction. It compares current economic challenges to past crises, emphasizing that the root causes predate recent global shocks. The speaker highlights the cultural trauma of economic decline and the loss of future security felt by working-class families. The Labour Party's mission to prioritize productivity growth is presented as a solution, marking a significant shift in their economic policy focus.

What does the chart published by the Resolution Foundation indicate about living standards in Britain?

How does the speaker describe the current state of household income growth in Britain?

What historical context does the speaker provide to illustrate the current economic situation?

What feelings does the speaker express regarding the future for working people in Britain?

How does the speaker characterize the political consensus regarding hard work and success?

What does the speaker identify as the defining purpose of the next Labour government?

What change does the speaker mention regarding the Labour Party's priorities?