Robert Jenrick backs Labour's NHS reforms amid housing crisis

Robert Jenrick, a candidate for the Conservative Party leadership, expressed his willingness to support Labour's proposals for NHS reforms during an interview with GB News. He acknowledged the importance of addressing housing issues in the UK, criticizing Labour's current approach to housing targets, which he believes misallocates resources by reducing targets in urban areas while increasing them in less populated regions. Jenrick emphasized the need for significant changes to the planning system to help young people enter the housing market. He also raised concerns about Labour's handling of winter fuel payments, arguing that their decision to withdraw support from pensioners was not disclosed during the election campaign. He highlighted the financial struggles faced by many pensioners, particularly in light of rising energy costs, and criticized Labour's prioritization of union interests over the needs of vulnerable citizens. Jenrick concluded that the public expects a mature opposition that supports beneficial policies while opposing detrimental ones.