Samantha Morton Advocates for Children in Care with Labour Party

Hollywood actor Samantha Morton, who experienced foster care during her childhood, is seeking to collaborate with the Labour Party to address the challenges faced by young people in the UK. Speaking at the Green Man Festival in Wales, Morton criticized the current system as “absolutely broken,” attributing its failures to the Conservative government. The 47-year-old actress, known for her roles in *Minority Report* and *The Walking Dead*, expressed her desire to meet with Labour leaders to explore potential solutions for improving the lives of children in care. Morton, who co-wrote and directed the Bafta-winning drama *The Unloved*, shared her personal experiences of growing up in foster care, highlighting the stigma and shame associated with being a child in the system. She emphasized the need for systemic change, stating, “I feel I belong to the country. They fed me.” In her speech, she dedicated her award to all children in care, particularly those who did not survive the challenges they faced. Reflecting on her past interactions with the Labour government, Morton recalled how her previous work led to policy changes that benefited children in care. She expressed hope that under Keir Starmer’s leadership, Labour would once again take action to improve conditions for vulnerable youth. Morton concluded her remarks by calling for a general election, criticizing the current political landscape for its lack of integrity.