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You’ve heard the king’s speech – but I think a better one might run like this | David Blunkett

If I were in government I’d propose a very different response to the challenges we face – starting with protecting people from the cost of living

  • David Blunkett was Labour home secretary from 2001 to 2004

While I welcome many measures in the king’s speech, an alternative might look something like this.

My lords, and members of the Commons: my government is committed to winning back the support of the British people and demonstrating that they are “on the side” of those who are working – or who have worked – hard to make ends meet.

David (Lord) Blunkett was Labour home secretary from 2001 to 2004

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May 14, 2026 King's speech Politics Labour

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