Levelling up failures unforgivable, Starmer says as he warns on council spending

The video discusses the government's levelling up initiative since 2019, highlighting the lack of a viable plan and the need for change, especially in the Black Country. It addresses the funding challenges faced by councils across political lines and suggests longer funding settlements as a solution. The video concludes with a focus on economic growth as a way to overcome past economic damages.

What was the government's initial shortcoming regarding the 'levelling up' initiative?

• They had a viable plan but failed to execute it.

• They tapped into a real need but lacked a viable plan.

• They ignored the public's desire for change.

• They focused too much on urban areas.

What is the main issue faced by councils across the country?

• Excessive political interference

• Lack of funding over a prolonged period

• Overfunding leading to inefficiency

• Too much autonomy in financial decisions

How does the proposal aim to improve council funding?

• By reducing the number of councils

• By providing one-year funding settlements

• By increasing the total amount of funding

• By introducing three-year funding settlements

What is the proposed solution to address the economic damage?

• Increasing taxes

• Growing the economy

• Reducing government size

• Cutting down on public spending

What is the focus of the new plan being launched?

• To increase political influence

• To grow the economy

• To reduce council autonomy

• To cut down on public services