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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak outlined five priorities for 2023, and progress has been assessed. Firstly, the government aimed to halve inflation by the end of 2023; however, it stood at 10.7% in late 2022, with experts divided on whether the goal will be met, but the Bank of England expects it to reach 5% by year-end. Secondly, growing the economy is a priority, measured by GDP growth, which has seen some fluctuations. Debt falling as a proportion of GDP is another priority, though it rose above 100% before stabilizing. Fourthly, Mr. Sunak pledged to reduce NHS waiting lists in England, but numbers increased in July, posing a challenge. Lastly, the goal to "stop the boats" bringing migrants across the English Channel is underway, with a decrease in arrivals compared to the previous year.