Starmer faced a setback after reversing his stance on welfare policy, with the PM scrapping proposed cuts to placate Labour rebels.

A ten-year plan has been announced to focus on training and retaining British medical staff, aiming to address workforce shortages by reducing reliance on overseas recruitment and bolstering domestic doctors and nurses within the NHS.

The PM is striving to avert a sizeable backbench rebellion over proposed welfare reductions, with indications that up to 50 MPs may reject the government’s plans should concessions not be secured.

Under plans to overhaul the NHS, hospital funding will be tied to patient feedback while medical staff pay depends on waiting list reductions, as the PM emphasises improved care and efficiency.