King’s Speech marked chance to “get back to what really matters”, says IPPR

Harry Quilter-Pinner, executive director of IPPR, said:

“With Westminster distracted by leadership drama, the King’s Speech is an opportunity to get back to what really matters: the policies that could improve people’s lives.  

“The local elections sent a clear message that voters are deeply frustrated with the status quo and expect a response that matches the scale of that anger.

“The government needs to show it has a serious plan for change — with much bolder action on the cost of living, including rent controls, alongside longer-term reforms to growth, the state, and Britain’s relationship with Europe.”