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How Wes Streeting became Labour's leader in waiting


Published on 2024-12-28 11:01:15 - MSN
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  • With Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves facing voters' anger over the economy, the Health Secretary is now the bookies' favourite to one day lead his party - but only if he can put the 'broken' NHS back t

Wes Streeting, the shadow health secretary for the Labour Party, has emerged as a prominent figure and potential future leader due to his compelling personal story and political acumen. Born into a working-class family in London, Streeting overcame significant challenges, including poverty and a difficult family life, to attend Cambridge University. His journey from a council estate to the corridors of power has shaped his political outlook, focusing on social mobility and public service reform. Streeting's rise within the Labour Party has been marked by his candidness about his background, his critique of Labour's past failures, and his advocacy for pragmatic policies over ideological purity. His approach has won him favor among both the party's centrist and more progressive wings, positioning him as a unifying figure. His recent activities, including his role in health policy and his public disagreements with the Conservative government, have further solidified his reputation as a leader in waiting, especially as Labour looks to rebuild and redefine itself post-Corbyn.

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