Three new cross-government taskforces have been launched within the new Office of the Prime Minister & Cabinet. These taskforces are designed to address systemic issues including the cost of living, public control of essential services, and supporting local communities.
First Secretary of State, Louise Haigh, will lead the effort to advance these priorities across central and local government. The immediate focus will be on challenging everyday rip-offs, the decline of local town centres, and the performance of privatised utilities.
The Cost of Living taskforce aims to address long-term issues affecting families, building on previous actions such as bus fare cuts and tackling subscription traps. The Public Control taskforce will examine how public control across housing, water, energy, and transport can be used to make these services more affordable and accountable. The Community Renewal taskforce will work with local leaders to improve local areas and deliver growth.