Labour civil war erupts over tax and benefit policies
Labour faces internal turmoil as new deputy leader Ellie Reeves defends manifesto vow against income tax hikes while Left demands wealth taxes and two-child benefit cap abolition.
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Sadiq Khan faces backlash over private MP message
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces Conservative criticism after sending a private message to socialist MP Zohran Mamdani, raising questions about political boundaries and transparency in City Hall.
Only 15 Zero-Star Reviews in Guardian History
Discover the exclusive club of television shows, films and performances that received The Guardian's ultimate critical condemnation - the elusive zero-star review.
New York politician's blistering attack on Sadiq Khan
New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani launches extraordinary criticism against London Mayor Sadiq Khan, drawing parallels with Andrew Cuomo's leadership style and igniting cross-Atlantic political debate.
Lucy Powell Leads Labour Deputy Leadership Race
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell is positioning herself as the leading candidate in Labour's deputy leadership race, creating internal tensions as Keir Starmer's party prepares for potential government.
Miliband: Energy bill savings could be wiped out
Labour's shadow energy secretary admits rising electricity prices could wipe out promised savings from GB Energy plan, sparking Conservative criticism over 'empty promises'.
Jess Phillips retains PM's backing in grooming gangs inquiry
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson confirms Labour MP Jess Phillips maintains Prime Minister's full backing amid Conservative criticism of her appointment to lead grooming gangs investigation.
Jess Phillips resigns with scathing Starmer criticism
Labour MP Jess Phillips resigns from shadow ministerial role with blistering critique of Keir Starmer's leadership style and government direction, citing fundamental disagreements on policy and approach.
Labour donor shops for new leader in Starmer challenge
Exclusive: Labour's biggest private donor demands new leader shopping list as Starmer faces internal rebellion over policy direction and party unity.
Badenoch faces backlash over secret China meeting
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's private meeting with China's ambassador sparks Labour criticism over government transparency and foreign policy alignment.
Labour's Powell: Budget timing is 'political stunt'
Shadow culture secretary Lucy Powell condemns the government's budget timing as a cynical election ploy, drawing parallels to Gordon Brown's 1997 pre-election manoeuvres.
Green Leader: Labour Are 'Handmaidens to Dangerous Politics'
Zack Polanski launches scathing attack on Labour's policy direction, warning their reforms threaten democratic principles and public services in dramatic parliamentary confrontation.
Labour's 'Snake Oil Salesman' Conference Insult Explained
Discover how Labour's new favourite political insult - 'snake oil salesman' - became the defining phrase of their conference and what it reveals about their strategy against political opponents.
Starmer accused of 'politically motivated' snub to Burnham
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism for excluding Andy Burnham from key events, sparking claims of a deepening rift and 'control freakery' within the party ahead of the general election.
Labour Threatens Legal Action Against Zarah Sultana
Labour MP Zarah Sultana is threatened with legal action by the party after publicly demanding the reinstatement of former leader Jeremy Corbyn, igniting a fresh civil war within the party's ranks.
Sultana drops legal threat against Corbyn
Labour MP Zarah Sultana has withdrawn her legal claim against former leader Jeremy Corbyn, ending a bitter internal party feud that had threatened to erupt into a high-profile court battle.
Labour rift: Burnham blocks Gwynne from stepping aside
Explosive internal rift rocks Labour as Mayor Andy Burnham intervenes to prevent MP Andrew Gwynne from stepping aside, defying Keir Starmer's leadership and exposing deep factional divides within the party.
Jewish MP's landmark speech condemns Israeli government
In a powerful address to Parliament, a prominent Jewish MP delivers a searing critique of Israel's actions, challenging community expectations and calling for a new approach to justice and peace.
Labour Ministers Quit in Liverpool Selection Row
Labour's election campaign faces turmoil as two senior shadow ministers, Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, resign after being barred from standing in Liverpool. The dramatic move exposes deep internal tensions and raises questions about Keir Starmer's l
Starmer's Painful Expression Steals Show at Labour Conference
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer was caught in visible discomfort during his keynote conference speech, his pained expression sparking a wave of social media reaction and raising questions about his physical state.
Rayner's Allies Plot Labour Comeback with Burnham Leadership Bid
Exclusive: Senior Labour figures and Cabinet ministers are backing a comeback plan for Angela Rayner, with Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham emerging as a potential leadership challenger to Keir Starmer in a major party rift.
Sultana's Fiery Plea to Starmer: 'Give Us Our Party Back'
Labour MP Zarah Sultana delivers a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, accusing him of purging the left and betraying the party's core values. In a defiant conference speech, she demands the return of a member-led Labour Party.
Labour Civil War: Starmer Ally Savages Burnham
Senior Labour MP Lucy Powell launches extraordinary attack on Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, exposing deep internal rifts over party strategy and leadership loyalty.
Labour MP Accuses Starmer of Purging Left-Wing Members
Norwich South MP Clive Lewis launches a scathing attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, alleging a systematic purge of left-wing voices and comparing the party's internal culture to that under Peter Mandelson.
Gogglebox Stars Slam Angela Rayner's 'Cringe' TV Appearance
Channel 4's Gogglebox cast didn't hold back in their critique of Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner's recent television performance, branding it awkward and overly rehearsed in a brutally honest review.
David Lammy slammed for 'death of Deputy PM' Charlie Kirk tweet
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy faces a storm of criticism for a controversial social media post appearing to celebrate the hypothetical death of right-wing US commentator Charlie Kirk. The incendiary tweet, later deleted, has been branded a 'disgrac
Labour Deputy Leadership Race: Frontrunners Emerge
The contest to become Labour's next deputy leader intensifies as Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell position themselves as key contenders, shaping the future of the party's top team.
Labour's Deputy Leadership Race: Dark Horses Revealed
Exclusive analysis of the high-stakes race to become Labour's next Deputy Leader. Discover the key contenders, dark horses, and political dynamics shaping Keir Starmer's potential future government.
Labour's Deputy Leadership Race: Candidates Confirmed
The contest to become Labour's next deputy leader is heating up. Get the full lowdown on the confirmed candidates, their platforms, and the critical timeline for this pivotal internal election.
Bell Ribeiro-Addy Launches Bid for Labour Deputy Leader
Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy announces a radical bid for deputy leader, promising to champion party democracy, grassroots voices, and a clear break from establishment politics.
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