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Angela Rayner has urged Labour MPs to actively promote the government’s achievements, emphasising that its policies are not short-term fixes but aim to bring lasting reform. Here are four key areas where Labour is working to deliver meaningful change—though time is short before the next general election:
1. NHS Reform
The government can already point to progress, such as 2 million extra appointments since taking office and efforts to reduce waiting times—though this goal remains uncertain. However, deeper transformation is needed to meet the long-term challenges of an ageing population with growing chronic health issues. That’s the aim of the newly unveiled NHS 10-year plan, which shifts the focus from hospitals to community-based care. Simultaneously, the government is working to develop a sustainable model for elderly social care.2. Social Security Overhaul
This sector combines urgent political pressures with complex, long-term issues. A recent attempt to cut £5 billion from the welfare budget—mainly by tightening access to Personal Independence Payment—was abandoned after internal pushback. Behind this is a broader trend: a significant rise in people claiming benefits due to long-term illness or disability. The causes remain unclear, making the path forward uncertain and likely to span multiple governments.3. Special Educational Needs (SEND)
SEND provision is both costly and controversial, drawing widespread concern from families who struggle with the current system. Ministers have pledged a full review, though they may rethink how statutory support is delivered. While SEND pupils will still receive legal protections, the future of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) is in question, prompting concern among advocates. Following the backlash over welfare, government is likely to proceed cautiously here.
