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Haigh alleges men’s cabal briefed press against women ministers.

7/11/2026

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Louise Haigh alleges a “cabal of men” linked to Keir Starmer’s allies briefed the press against her and women ministers, including Lisa Nandy, Bridget Phillipson, Angela Rayner and Sue Gray.
Louise Haigh, removed as secretary for fraud, helped organise the welfare rebellion that weakened Keir Starmer’s authority and backed Andy Burnham’s leadership bid.
She urged creating an economic unit within Number 10 to advise the prime minister and chancellor on decisions.

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Louise Haigh alleges a “cabal of men” linked to Keir Starmer’s allies briefed the press against her and women ministers, including Lisa Nandy, Bridget Phillipson, Angela Rayner and Sue Gray.
Louise Haigh, removed as secretary for fraud, helped organise the welfare rebellion that weakened Keir Starmer’s authority and backed Andy Burnham’s leadership bid.
She urged creating an economic unit within Number 10 to advise the prime minister and chancellor on decisions.