More than 100 Labour MPs sign statement against Starmer leadership challenge
Summary
More than 100 Labour MPs signed a letter saying it is not the right time for a leadership contest within the party. Prime Minister Keir Starmer told his cabinet he will not step down unless a formal challenge is made, and many MPs and cabinet members have publicly shown their support while some others call for his resignation.Key Facts
- 103 Labour MPs, including some parliamentary private secretaries, signed a letter opposing a leadership contest right now.
- Over 80 MPs and three ministers have publicly asked Prime Minister Starmer to resign, including minister Jess Phillips.
- The letter says Labour needs to focus on working together to regain public trust after poor election results.
- Starmer stated he wants to continue governing and no leadership challenge threshold has been reached.
- Some backbenchers and cabinet members publicly support Starmer and warn that leadership fights could harm investor confidence and the country’s stability.
- Critics say only about 40% of backbenchers signed the letter, suggesting Starmer’s support is limited.
- Cabinet ministers like Pat McFadden and Liz Kendall expressed full backing for Starmer and the government’s work.
- Some senior cabinet members have privately advised Starmer to plan an orderly leadership transition after election losses.
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