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Labour Party says 'time for change' as Prime Minister announces General Election

Sir Keir Starmer said the next General Election presented the public with an opportunity for change

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"And I believe with patience, determination and that commitment to service, there is so much pride and potential we can unlock across our country."
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"And I believe with patience, determination and that commitment to service, there is so much pride and potential we can unlock across our country."

The Labour Party has described the announcement of a General Election in July as an opportunity for 'change the country needs and has been waiting for'. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced yesterday...

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