That budget is going to get ripped apart now matter what she does,
Personally I wouldn't mind a bit more tax on my pay if it went directly to the NHS /Education ect and I don't think would be in a minority if they changed the narrative around tax, its like its almost a sin to put them up.
I would be made up if they announced a complete shake up of the system to make it more transparent.
They need to keep the likes of Miliband off the screen he just doesn't resinate with the public at all.
They also need policy's that the public can see is having an effect on there daily lives, not the likes of that innovation tax break that has cost around 12 billion pound to fraud, as the tax office wasn't checking them at all roughly 1% at one time got checked, companies were set up to get the relief and things like providing a vegan menu putting in a fridge were getting through.
It's stopped now , virtually nothing gets granted now even genuine companies trying to claim in the right spirit.
Its not to late to stop reform if they actually stop just reactioning to stuff and take the lead , don't think they will its not in Starmer's nature but they need to be right on there front foot from now on.
They have about a year to turn it around if they don't by the then it will be a slide out of government and the right will get in .
I think the biggest issue is the narrative, because in essence the likely upcoming tax rises will be in many cases used to retain the status quo.
Part of that is investment in infrastructure, the NHS and whatnot, but it wouldn't be new cash per se, yet rather not having to cut spending or take on debt.
If they raise taxes AND raise spending, you're only shifting the balance to the side, rather than trying to get public finances on an even footing.
This is the reality of the situation, however we all know that many of the masses want to hear about tax cuts and extra spending, even if fanciful.
Personally, like you, I would much rather they focused on efficiencies in the truest sense of the word, where productivity and impact are enhanced.
This isn't Musk and DODGE style ripping it apart to help the wealthy; instead, I'd love to see the likes of the NHS remove the excessive, needless waste.
My wife was telling me that the DfE have spent nigh on £80bn on pupil premium money since 2012 (supporting disadvantage), with no impact at all.
If we're going to spend that type of money, which I am happy for them to do if they feel there is a need, then let's make sure it actually does the job.
