Summary
Lucy Powell, who is running for the deputy leadership of the UK's Labour Party, has criticized the government for mistakes in welfare policies. She wants the party to be clearer about scrapping the two-child benefit cap and aims to bridge gaps between leadership and party members. Powell also addressed speculations about her potential links to other political figures.
Key Facts
- Lucy Powell is a candidate for the deputy leadership of the Labour Party.
- Powell criticized government welfare policies, calling them "unforced errors."
- She wants clearer positions on removing the two-child benefit cap.
- Powell emphasized her independence, denying she's a proxy for other politicians like Andy Burnham or Ed Miliband.
- Andy Burnham, though not an MP, has been speculated as aiming to return to Westminster.
- Powell aims to be a link between party members and leaders if elected.
- Bridget Phillipson is her main opponent in the deputy leadership race.
- There is a focus on maintaining party unity in the context of the upcoming election battle.
