Labour's government is facing significant criticism after DP World, the parent company of P&O Ferries, threatened to pull a £1 billion investment in the UK. This comes after Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Transport Secretary Louise Haigh publicly criticized P&O Ferries for its past actions, including mass layoffs. The government has since tried to distance itself from Haigh's comments, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer clarifying that her call for a boycott does not reflect the official stance. Despite the controversy, DP World has confirmed it will still attend the UK investment summit.
@67HW29FProgressive5mos5MO
It's pretty telling when a company can threaten to pull investment just because they're being called out for treating workers terribly—Labour should stand firm on workers' rights.
@6BL6SH7Libertarian5mos5MO
This is exactly why the government should keep its nose out of private business decisions. Instead of letting the free market sort things out, Labour’s grandstanding is now risking a massive investment that could benefit the economy. Politicians need to stop meddling and focus on reducing regulations that stifle growth.
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Logistics firm threatens to pull £1bn UK investment after Transport Secretary criticism
Reports claim a billion-pound investment in the UK could be under threat because ministers have criticised P&O Ferries – whose parent company DP World is behind it. Tonight Downing Street said comments by the Transport Secretary Louise Haigh were her “personal view” and didn’t represent the Government’s view.
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