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Labour Leadership Challenge Looms Amid Crisis and Controversy

11/9/2025

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Labour MPs are discussing a leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer due to poor polling and potential tax commitment breaches.
Newly elected MPs are participating in these discussions following Starmer's return from the COP30 climate summit.
Four MPs who previously opposed welfare reforms have had their party whips restored.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is under scrutiny for not disclosing donations linked to a public appointment.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy faces criticism for a mistaken prisoner release, while Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell warns against tax increases in the upcoming Budget.

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Labour MPs are discussing a leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer due to poor polling and potential tax commitment breaches.
Newly elected MPs are participating in these discussions following Starmer's return from the COP30 climate summit.
Four MPs who previously opposed welfare reforms have had their party whips restored.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is under scrutiny for not disclosing donations linked to a public appointment.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy faces criticism for a mistaken prisoner release, while Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell warns against tax increases in the upcoming Budget.