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Starmer Praises Thatcher — Signals Ideological Direction

Before becoming Prime Minister, Keir Starmer wrote in the Sunday Telegraph (December 2023) that Margaret Thatcher had "set loose our natural entrepreneurialism" and delivered "meaningful change." He cited her as an example of mission-driven leadership alongside Clement Attlee. After taking office in July 2024, Starmer repeatedly defended these remarks under questioning, confirming he stood by his admiration for Thatcher's approach.

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Keir Starmer — Labour Party

In power 2024–2026

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Bloomberg — Starmer Praises Thatcher for Enabling Entrepreneurism

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