SOAPBOX Voxpops DO YOU FEEL LET DO
We asked seven rural and agricultural members if they felt let down by Labour and if so, how? Here’s what they said*
Freddie Unite rural hospitality member, Norfolk
“To myself, and many others, the current Labour government has made me lose all faith in the ability of the current political system to allow change. Labour under Keir Starmer just feels like Tories 2.0; there’s little difference in government.
“If people fought so hard to replace the Conservatives with Labour, only for them to carry on the same cruel austerity measures, we’re all asking “what was the point?”. It makes people not want to engage with the broken system.”
*Views expressed here about Labour in government are the members’ own opinions Ivan Monckton
Unite campaigner and countryside contractor
“I do I feel let down on several angles. First - reinstatement of the AWB was promised for over a decade, after Labour in opposition fought so hard with us to stop it being abolished. To rule it out now they’re in power is a kick in the guts.
“Like everyone else, retired rural and food workers feel outraged that a LABOUR government should screw us on the Winter Fuel Payment and the lack of support from Labour for important disputes like Oscar Mayer in Wrexham is shameful – to name three examples.”
Dave Imre Convenor, 2Sisters Sandycroft
“As an immigrant working in the food sector, I feel deeply let down by the Labour Party, particularly regarding their immigration policies that do not reflect the reality of the challenges we face, like recognition in our roles.
“I believe a strong, inclusive immigration policy is essential for the UK’s growth. It’s disheartening to see a party that once advocated for workers' rights now turning its back on those who contribute significantly to the country. I urge Labour to reconsider its approach.”
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