Early skirmishes in Labour race highlight government headache
Summary
The Labour Party in the UK is experiencing early competition in its race for a new deputy leader. Emily Thornberry, a candidate, is actively criticizing the government while weighing in on issues like welfare and wealth tax. The competition highlights potential challenges for the current government.Key Facts
- The Labour Party is selecting a new deputy leader.
- Emily Thornberry is running for deputy leader and criticizing the government.
- Candidates need to gather support from 80 MPs to progress.
- Bridget Phillipson has gained support from 44 MPs so far.
- The process has been criticized by Bell Ribeiro-Addy as anti-democratic.
- Thornberry is discussing topics like welfare, Gaza, and wealth tax in her campaign.
- Hundreds of Labour MPs have not yet endorsed any candidates.
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