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Starmer must go before next election, say Labour-backing unions

Starmer must go before next election, say Labour-backing unions

Summary

Eleven unions that support the Labour Party say Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer should leave before the next election. They believe Labour needs a new leader and a different approach to economic and political policies.

Key Facts

  • Eleven unions, including Unite, Unison, and GMB, say Sir Keir Starmer will not lead Labour into the next election.
  • These unions represent about four million workers.
  • The unions want a plan to choose a new Labour leader before the next election.
  • They admit some progress has been made on employment laws and minimum wage.
  • The unions describe recent election results as "devastating" for Labour.
  • There is disagreement within Labour’s cabinet and MPs about Sir Keir's future.
  • Cabinet Office Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds said no leadership contest has started yet.
  • The unions aim to refocus Labour on policies that support working people.
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