Starmer can survive a leadership challenge, says attorney general
Summary
Attorney General Lord Hermer said Prime Minister Keir Starmer can survive a leadership challenge despite recent losses for the Labour Party. He described Starmer as resilient and underestimated by critics, and said Starmer has a clear vision to improve the country.Key Facts
- Lord Hermer is Attorney General and a longtime friend of Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
- Starmer became prime minister after a big election win in 2024.
- Labour recently lost control of the Welsh Senedd and many local council seats in England.
- Some Labour members, including former Health Secretary Wes Streeting, resigned after the election losses.
- Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester, is seen as a top candidate to challenge Starmer’s leadership.
- Burnham is running in the Makerfield by-election on June 18 to return to Parliament.
- Lord Hermer believes Starmer is focused on fairness and giving everyone a chance to succeed.
- Lord Hermer disagrees with claims that Starmer lacks vision, saying he has a clear plan based on equality.
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