Cameron Ignores ‘Rubbish’ Stories, Focusing on Economy

Prime Minister David Cameron, speaking after three weeks of reports of lawmakers questioning his leadership, said he ignores such “rubbish” and is focusing on securing the U.K.’s international economic competitiveness.

Cameron saw the U.K.’s top credit rating downgraded last month and his party, already behind in the polls for a year, was pushed into third place in a special election, stoking criticism of his leadership. Following Cabinet revolts over spending plans and alcohol pricing, he hit back last night, saying his Tory party and voters need to concentrate on the longer-term goal of restoring economic growth.