Former UK home secretary David Blunkett urges Labour to boost government efficiency to counter far-right rise, stressing urgent action ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s second Budget.

Former home secretary Lord David Blunkett has urged the Labour Party to prioritize improving government effectiveness to counter the far-right threat, highlighting Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s upcoming second Budget as a pivotal moment. Drawing on his experience in Tony Blair’s cabinets, he called for a bold, clear policy agenda focused on making Whitehall work better, faster, and more responsively for citizens. Blunkett stressed the need for decisive action, including increased resources, to deliver tangible results and rebuild public trust, arguing that effective governance is the best defense against political extremism.