“That’s So Insulting!” | Keir Starmer Accused Of Favouring Unions Over Pensioners

The Government is keeping quiet about just how much taxpayers will be on the hook for following a massive 15% pay rise deal for rail workers. The agreement, unveiled on Wednesday, is expected to cost over £100 million. However, Transport Secretary Louise Haigh defended the move, claiming it’s a better deal for taxpayers than letting strikes continue. Meanwhile, GPs could be next in line for a pay bump. Health Secretary Wes Streeting is urging doctors to avoid “punishing“ patients by persisting with industrial action, insisting the government wants to work with them to “rebuild the NHS.“ Ian Collins speaks with former advisor to Tony Blair, John McTernan. #news #politics #uk #keirstarmer #labour #money #talk #talkradio