Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, has described himself as a "hard bastard" during his first year in office, signaling a tough stance amid challenges faced by his administration. Despite a difficult initial year, Starmer has urged Labour MPs to remain supportive, asserting that the most challenging period is behind them. Concurrently, tensions have emerged between the Labour Party and the Unite union, with speculation about a potential split. However, Unite is reportedly unlikely to fund a new left-wing party. Labour has pursued a politics of class, marking a departure from the Blair era, and has settled several pay disputes with significant wage increases for resident doctors (22%), train drivers (15%), teachers, and nurses (5.5%). Additionally, Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves are seeking to attract investment from Silicon Valley tech companies as part of efforts to reverse the country's economic decline.