PM turns to old Labour hands after election losses but some MPs left baffled
Summary
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has appointed former Labour Prime Minister Gordon Brown as a special envoy on global finance and former Labour deputy leader Harriet Harman as an adviser on violence against women. These moves follow heavy election losses for Labour and come amid calls from some MPs for Starmer to set a timetable for leaving his position.Key Facts
- Sir Keir Starmer appointed Gordon Brown as special envoy on global finance.
- Harriet Harman was hired as an adviser to tackle violence against women and girls.
- Both Brown and Harman are respected Labour figures from past leadership roles.
- Labour suffered heavy losses in recent elections, causing pressure on Starmer.
- Some Labour MPs have publicly called for Starmer’s resignation or a leadership transition plan.
- Starmer plans a major speech and new legislative proposals to reset his leadership.
- Some party members are confused or critical about bringing back older Labour figures.
- Starmer said he would not resign immediately to avoid political chaos.
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