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Corbyn's New Party Threatens Labour Ahead of 2026 Elections

6/26/2025

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A recent poll reveals that Jeremy Corbyn's emerging Left-wing party could capture 10% of the vote, potentially slicing Labour's support from 23% to 20%. This shift poses a significant challenge for Sir Keir Starmer amid growing internal strife over welfare reforms, as Corbyn seeks to launch his political movement ahead of the 2026 local elections.

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A recent poll reveals that Jeremy Corbyn's emerging Left-wing party could capture 10% of the vote, potentially slicing Labour's support from 23% to 20%. This shift poses a significant challenge for Sir Keir Starmer amid growing internal strife over welfare reforms, as Corbyn seeks to launch his political movement ahead of the 2026 local elections.