Chancellor Reeves, PM Starmer Unite Launch NHS 10-Year Plan

Rachel Reeves appeared alongside Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Health Secretary Wes Streeting at the launch of the Government's 10-year NHS plan, putting on a united front a day after Reeves broke down in tears during Prime Minister's Questions. Starmer defended Reeves, explaining he was focused on answering questions during PMQs and was unaware of her distress, describing her tears as a personal matter. Despite initial speculation about Reeves' future, Starmer has strongly supported her continuation as Chancellor, emphasizing their commitment to fiscal discipline and economic stability, and affirming she will remain in her position beyond the next general election. The public display of unity and Starmer's reassurances helped stabilize UK Government bonds and the pound after market concerns triggered by the welfare spending U-turn and Reeves' emotional moment. Reeves highlighted the NHS plan as a commitment to taxpayers' priorities and stressed the importance of the measures taken in the budget to restore economic foundations. Overall, the government aims to reassure the public and markets of its stability and focus on health and fiscal responsibility.