Stop plotting to oust Keir Starmer, ex-deputy Labour leader urges MPs
Summary
Tom Watson, a former Labour deputy leader, has warned Labour MPs against trying to remove Prime Minister Keir Starmer after poor election results. Some senior party members believe activists blame Starmer for losses, but no immediate leadership challenge is expected as potential rivals are hesitant to act.Key Facts
- Tom Watson compared the current situation to a 2006 Labour leadership crisis involving Tony Blair.
- Watson advises MPs not to publicly call for Starmer's resignation, as it may hurt the party with voters.
- Steve Reed, a senior Labour official, said a leadership challenge would risk the party’s survival.
- Poor election results are expected in Scotland, Wales, and English councils.
- Some Labour activists blame Starmer personally for the party’s difficulties.
- Potential leadership challengers include Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner, and Wes Streeting.
- No one in the party is ready to start a leadership contest immediately.
- Supporters of Burnham may push for Starmer to set a timetable for stepping down after election results.
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