Labour Faces Internal Turmoil Over Candidate Selections
Keir Starmer's leadership is under scrutiny as prominent left-wing MPs face suspensions and uncertainty about their candidacies.
- Diane Abbott, the first black woman elected to Parliament, is uncertain if she'll be allowed to defend her seat despite having the whip restored.
- Lloyd Russell-Moyle and Faiza Shaheen, both on the party's left, have faced suspensions and accusations that they dispute.
- Former leader Jeremy Corbyn criticized the treatment of left-wing MPs, suggesting a deliberate purge by Starmer.
- Labour's internal conflicts are overshadowing campaign efforts focused on NHS waiting times and other key issues.
- Polls show Labour with a significant lead, but Starmer's personal approval ratings remain low.
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