The Labour Party:

I sometimes wonder if the Labour Party don't know how difficult it is to win an election. England has always been Conservative; the Labour Party relies on nations such as Wales and Scotland for Labour seats. Ironically, it is the SNP, opponents against a Tory government and frequently state that successive Tory governments is a substantial reason for independence, that is currently preventing a Labour government. Currently, the SNP have 50 potential Labour seats. Although that is not enough for Labour to win an election (its current toll of around 200 seats means that it needed an extra 125) it would be in a better position to oppose the Conservatives and form a strong opposition. As approximately six million families are on universal credit, and who are going to see an £80 reduction from the 6th October onwards, never has there been more of a need to champion the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable in society. A strong and credible Labour government is what needed to address the vast inequalities our society face today. But it cannot do that just by being the party of political protest. It needs to reach to all sectors of society (especially towns) and reach all age groups (including the over 65s). The average salary in the UK is £25,000 and they are best served by a party such as Labour who are meant to champion the rights of the working classes. Labour cannot just be seen as a pro-immigrant, pro-welfare party for a select few; it has to be seen as a party that works for everyone.