"More than 100 Labour MPs have publicly declared their support for Sir Keir Starmer, asserting that "this is no time for a leadership contest" as the party grapples with internal divisions. The intervention comes as the Labour leader faces mounting pressure over his future, with a significant number of colleagues reportedly calling for his resignation. A group of 111 Labour MPs signed a letter urging unity and a focus on regaining public trust following a challenging period for the party."
"Their message underscores the need for collective effort "to deliver the change the country needs." The letter stated: "Last week we had a devastatingly tough set of election results. It shows we have a hard job ahead to win back trust from the electorate. That job needs to start today with all of us working together to deliver the change the country needs. We must focus on that. This is no time for a leadership contest.""
"However, the show of solidarity was complicated by Labour MP Rupa Huq, who denied signing the letter despite her name appearing on the list. Writing on X, th"
The Independent emphasizes fact-based reporting across issues including reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, and says donations fund journalists who speak to multiple sides. It also states that reporting and analysis are not locked behind paywalls. More than 100 Labour MPs publicly backed Sir Keir Starmer, asserting that there should be no leadership contest while the party faces internal divisions. A group of 111 MPs signed a letter calling for unity and a renewed effort to regain public trust after difficult election results. The letter says the work must begin immediately with all MPs working together to deliver the change the country needs. Labour MP Rupa Huq denied signing despite her name appearing on the list.
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