Gordon Brown Criticizes Starmer's Proposed Four-Person Cabinet

The former Prime Minister expresses doubts about the effectiveness of a slimmed-down executive cabinet, drawing parallels to historical failures.

Gordon Brown likens Keir Starmer's plans for a four-person executive cabinet to Communist China and historical failures.
Brown and Sir John Major express skepticism about the practicality and inclusivity of the proposed slimmed-down cabinet.
The proposed inner cabinet would include Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves, Angela Rayner, and Pat McFadden.
Critics argue the plan could alienate other cabinet members and create divisions within the government.
The Institute for Government's report suggests a smaller executive cabinet could improve decision-making, but faces opposition.