Turn Downing Street into museum or flats, says Starmer’s cost of living tsar

Richard Walker, the Iceland CEO and cost of living tsar appointed by Labour leader Keir Starmer, has suggested transforming Downing Street into either a museum or residential flats. This proposal joins a growing list of calls to overhaul the 300-year-old hub of British government, raising questions about its future use. Such a significant change could impact tourism, historical preservation, and the daily operations of the UK government, highlighting broader discussions about the role and relevance of traditional governmental centers in modern society. For more details, check out the full article on the Financial Times website.