Labour demands general election as Tories 'cannot govern'
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell declares the Conservative government 'unable to govern' and calls for voters to decide Britain's future amid political turmoil.
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Lucy Powell rejected Starmer's deputy leader offer
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell discloses she turned down the deputy leadership role, preferring to focus on policy development and Labour's renewal beyond Westminster.
Harman backs Powell for Labour deputy leader role
Former Labour deputy leader Harriet Harman throws her support behind Lucy Powell in what could mark a significant generational shift within the party's leadership structure.
Harman: Labour MP would be suspended if elected Speaker
Senior Labour MP Harriet Harman delivers bombshell warning that her colleague Lucy Powell could face suspension from the party if elected as Commons Speaker, revealing deep internal tensions.
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.
Minister's private China meeting sparks security concerns
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces scrutiny over private meeting with Chinese official where government policy was allegedly undermined, raising serious national security concerns.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Jenny Powell's daughter hospitalised for hysterectomy
Jenny Powell opens up about her daughter Connie's sudden hospitalisation and life-changing hysterectomy procedure in an emotional family health update.
Labour deputy leader battle: Phillipson and Powell frontrunners
Keir Starmer orchestrates major Labour Party reshuffle as Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell emerge as frontrunners for deputy leadership position, signalling new political direction.
Labour MP's stark warning: Party can't sugarcoat crisis
Shadow Leader Lucy Powell delivers brutal assessment of Labour's struggles, warning against 'sugarcoating' the party's dire situation amid policy U-turns and internal divisions.
Labour's Powell vows tough AI talks with tech giants
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell pledges to challenge Big Tech on AI safety and misinformation in exclusive Mirror interview, promising Labour will prioritise public protection over corporate interests.
Starmer's Best Friend Reveals Their 20-Year Bond
Shadow Leader of the Commons Lucy Powell opens up about her 20-year friendship with Keir Starmer, sharing intimate details about their bond and how it shapes Labour's political strategy.
Kinnock endorses Lucy Powell for Manchester seat
Former Labour leader Lord Neil Kinnock makes significant endorsement of Lucy Powell in key Manchester constituency, praising her as 'exactly what Britain needs' ahead of crucial election.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Labour deputy leadership hustings: Powell faces members
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell confronted tough questions from Labour members during the deputy leadership hustings, addressing internal party democracy and election strategy concerns.
Labour to abolish Ofsted in major schools overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical Labour plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new inspectorate, and tackle the teacher recruitment crisis with a major retention strategy.
Labour's Deputy Leader Race: Phillipson and Powell Frontrunners
Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell are positioned as the top contenders in the Labour deputy leader contest, signalling a potential shift in the party's future direction and internal dynamics.
Powell: Fund child benefit cap axe with gambling tax
Shadow minister Lucy Powell proposes a significant increase in gambling levies to fund the abolition of the controversial two-child benefit limit, setting the stage for a major Labour policy debate.
Labour to Abolish House of Lords for Elected Chamber
Exclusive: Shadow Cabinet ministers reveal plans for a major constitutional overhaul, abolishing the unelected Lords in favour of a new democratic chamber, as Labour prepares for government.
Labour's Powell: 'Not Afraid to Challenge My Own Party' on Education
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell vows to confront 'vested interests' and prioritise children's future over party politics in her radical plan for UK schools.
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 reshuffles Shadow Cabinet, promotes key allies
Labour leader Keir Starmer has promoted key allies Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell in a strategic pre-election reshuffle, signalling a shift towards a more centrist, government-ready team.
Bridget Phillipson appointed Labour's new deputy leader
Keir Starmer appoints Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson as Labour's new deputy leader, replacing Lucy Powell in a strategic reshuffle following the party's general election victory.
Lucy Powell condemns 'sexist' proxy claims for Andy Burnham
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell slams 'demeaning' and 'outdated' Westminster whispers suggesting she's merely a stand-in for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, calling for an end to sexist political discourse.
Labour's Leadership Shake-Up: Powell Tipped for Deputy Role
Exclusive: Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Andy Burnham are at the centre of a major party reshuffle, with Powell tipped for the deputy leadership and Burnham considering a dramatic return to Westminster politics.
Labour's Powell Slams Starmer Over 'Unforced Errors'
Labour Deputy Leader Lucy Powell delivers a stark warning to Sir Keir Starmer, criticising the Prime Minister's series of 'unforced errors' and urging a major reset in political strategy ahead of the next general election.
Labour Poll: Powell Leads Phillipson in Deputy Leader Race
Exclusive polling reveals a dramatic shift in Labour's internal dynamics as Lucy Powell emerges as the favoured deputy leader candidate, overshadowing Bridget Phillipson in a potential blow to Keir Starmer's preferred team structure.
PM's Revenge: Ministers Target Labour's Rayner & Powell
Exclusive: Senior government ministers launch coordinated attack against Labour's deputy leadership contenders Angela Rayner and Lucy Powell in retaliation for Andy Burnham's criticism, revealing deepening political tensions in Westminster.
Labour Deputy Race: Phillipson and Powell's Stark Contrast
The battle to be Labour's next deputy leader is officially underway as Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell launch their campaigns with contrasting philosophies on the role's future.
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.
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