Prime Minister to Take On "30 Years of Vested Interests"
In a highly anticipated speech, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will target "30 years of vested interests" that he claims have hindered the progress of Britain. Among his targets are big businesses, activist lawyers, lobbyists, and regulators who resist "fundamental" changes to what he calls our "broken politics".
Sunak Aims to Position Himself as the Catalyst for Radical Reform
Notably, the Prime Minister aims to position himself as the driver of radical reform, rather than Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. Through his speech on the final day of the Tory party conference, Sunak will try to establish himself as the figure who can bring about much-needed changes.
A New Phase of Leadership Begins
After nearly a year in office, Rishi Sunak is looking to start a new phase of his leadership. His ambitious plans include net zero reforms, scrapping the Manchester leg of HS2, and implementing a major crackdown on smoking.
The Broken System of Westminster
Sunak will address the voters' fear that "Westminster is a broken system". He will emphasize their exhaustion with politics and the frustration of empty promises. The Prime Minister will acknowledge that "politics doesn't work the way it should" and attribute this to a system that incentivizes easy decisions and is plagued by vested interests.
Political Change for Long-Term Success
Rishi Sunak will communicate his belief that the current political system prioritizes short-term advantage over long-term success. He will criticize the excessive time spent campaigning for change instead of actually delivering it. The Prime Minister will assert that the Tory mission is to fundamentally change the country.
Voters Don't Want an Election Yet
As speculation of a potential spring election arises, Sunak has ruled out the possibility and stated that voters are not yet seeking an election. He believes that what people truly want is politicians who can make a difference. A senior party figure echoed this sentiment, stating that time is on their side.
