Labour MPs
Coverage of Labour MPs in the Nexus archive.
- Assisted dying debate should wait until social care is fixed, Burnham says
Prime Minister Burnham stated the assisted dying debate should wait until social care issues are resolved, dashing Labour MPs' hopes of advancing the legislation this year.
- New North Sea oil drilling faces delay after gear accidentally dropped in sea
New North Sea oil drilling at Rosebank, the UK’s largest undeveloped oilfield, faces delays after equipment was accidentally dropped in the sea. The UK government is considering granting a license for production despite pressure from the fossil fuel industry and opposition from climate campaigners and some Labour MPs.
- Collapse after a landslide: Starmer’s fall may not be the last, By Azu Ishiekwene
Starmer's landslide victory quickly declined due to public distrust, leading to a palace coup that ousted the Prime Minister. Burnham was brought in to replace him.
- Labour MPs 'betray patients' after voting against their own pledge to create new life-saving brittle bone clinics
Labour MPs voted against their own pledge to establish new life-saving brittle bone clinics, which critics argue betrays patients. The decision contradicts their commitment to creating specialized facilities for treating brittle bone disease.
- End of the Keir show: Starmer takes final PMQs as Andy Burnham is nominated successor by 92% of Labour MPs in Stalin-style landslide
Keir Starmer conducts his final Prime Minister's Questions as Andy Burnham is nominated as his successor by 92% of Labour MPs in a landslide vote described as 'Stalin-style'.
- Burnham vows to be 'accountable' in first address to Labour MPs - while Blair warns him 'you're not going to be loved'
Burnham pledged to be 'accountable' in his first address to Labour MPs. Blair warned Burnham 'you're not going to be loved'.
- Burnham's first test: Incoming PM must choose whether to back immigration curbs in crunch vote tonight - as Labour MPs plot revolt
Incoming PM Burnham faces a crucial vote on whether to support immigration curbs tonight. Labour MPs are planning a revolt against the decision.
- Toe-curling antics of Labour MPs in 'Pestminster' dossier being used by rivals to stop them getting top jobs in Burnham's government
Labour MPs' antics detailed in a 'Pestminster' dossier are being used by political rivals to block them from securing top positions in Burnham's government.
- Labour MPs call for Andy Burnham to restore aid spending target set by Brown
Labour MPs are urging Andy Burnham to restore the UK's 0.7% national income aid spending target. A thinktank, New Economics Foundation, is advocating for a Burnham-led government to reassess foreign policy and reclaim the UK's role in international development.
- Sadiq Khan lobbies for Ed Miliband to become chancellor
Sadiq Khan supports Ed Miliband for chancellor. Miliband, the energy secretary, faces opposition from some Labour MPs over his net zero policies.
- Andy Burnham 'won't be backing down' on immigration reform say allies despite demands from left-wing Labour MPs to ditch Shabana Mahmood's tough proposals
Andy Burnham's allies state he will not back down on immigration reform despite left-wing Labour MPs demanding to abandon Shabana Mahmood's proposals. The article highlights internal Labour Party divisions over immigration policies.
- Labour MPs demand Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed is banned from the whole North West and Yorkshire as ministers scramble to try and deport him
Labour MPs are demanding that Shabir Ahmed, a grooming gang leader, be banned from the North West and Yorkshire. Ministers are attempting to deport him as part of efforts to address the issue.
- What a shameless stitch-up! Burnham WILL be PM after 322 Labour MPs back him - but voters still know almost nothing of what he stands for
Burnham will become PM after receiving support from 322 Labour MPs. However, voters remain largely unaware of his policy positions.
- Andy Burnham's coronation begins: Would-be PM gets 322 nominations from Labour MPs to replace Keir Starmer
Andy Burnham has received 322 nominations from Labour MPs to replace Keir Starmer. The article refers to Burnham's coronation as a potential leader.
- Let the Burnham coronation begin! Fawning Labour MPs set to rush to back incoming PM as nominations open - with last rival Al Carns pulling out after 'only getting three backers'
Labour MPs are expected to support incoming PM Burnham as nominations open, following the withdrawal of last rival Al Carns who secured only three backers. The article highlights a lack of significant opposition to Burnham's leadership bid.
- DAN HODGES: I'm shocked at what the Westminster elite are plotting against Burnham. Even Labour MPs are part of this attack. These hypocrites MUST heed my warning before voters pay the price
Dan Hodges expresses shock over a plot by the Westminster elite against Burnham, with Labour MPs involved in the attack. He warns voters could face consequences if the accused hypocrites do not heed his warning.
- Labour MPs call on water firms to save Britain’s lost lidos
A group of 20 Labour MPs and the Fabian Society are urging water companies to fund the reopening of derelict or at-risk lidos to ensure outdoor swimming is accessible for all. The campaign highlights the importance of lidos during the UK heatwave as a cooling resource.
- Likely next UK PM Andy Burnham set to ban Palantir from NHS
Andy Burnham, likely next UK PM, is set to ban Palantir from the National Health Service (NHS) due to concerns over the company's work with the Israeli military and US immigration authorities. Burnham is reviewing the government’s artificial intelligence strategy, with an aide noting that 'unfettered tech boosterism' is turning off voters.
- Labour MPs warn Burnham not to cut welfare to fund defence boost despite '£15bn' hole in Starmer's plan
Labour MPs have warned against cutting welfare to fund a defense boost, citing a £15bn funding gap in Starmer's plan. The MPs oppose using welfare reductions to address the budget shortfall.
- Speed of Andy Burnham’s takeover fuels jitters among Labour MPs
The rapid pace of Andy Burnham's takeover is causing concern among Labour MPs. Supporters acknowledge limited time for the likely next prime minister to prepare for leadership.
- Burnham’s first hire helps win over his doubters
James Purnell, Burnham's first hire as chief of staff, is helping to win over Labour MPs who were skeptical about the presumptive PM's economic management.
- What does Burnham’s appointment of ex-Blair minister mean?
Andy Burnham appointed James Purnell, a minister from the Tony Blair era, as his chief of staff. The move is seen as a step toward building his leadership, welcomed by Labour MPs, business, and the City. Darren Jones ruled out a leadership challenge, potentially clearing the path for Burnham, while Reform UK's Robert Jenrick discussed migration and Labour's new direction.
- Inside the surreal UK parliament debate on pro-Israel influence dominated by lobby group members
The UK parliament debated a petition calling for a public inquiry into pro-Israel influence on politics and democracy, which received over 118,000 signatures. The debate featured Conservative and Labour MPs from pro-Israel groups labeling the petition antisemitic, while a minority raised unanswered questions about lobbying and transparency. A government minister stated the government does not support a public inquiry focused solely on pro-Israeli influence.
- Humourless Labour MPs condemn Royal Mail joke about Keir Starmer needing to redirect his post after quitting as PM
Labour MPs have condemned a Royal Mail joke suggesting Keir Starmer needs to redirect his post after resigning as prime minister. The joke is described as 'humourless' by the MPs.
- Labour MPs consider backing challenger to Andy Burnham
Labour MPs are considering supporting a challenger to Andy Burnham. The favorite for the next prime minister is set to deliver a speech on economic policy next week.
- Waiting for Andy: what will a Burnham premiership mean?
The article discusses the potential premiership of Andy Burnham and highlights the threat posed by Reform UK, which has caused concern among Labour MPs.
- Labour MPs beg Andy Burnham not to make Net Zero zealot Ed Miliband the next Chancellor: Business leaders and even unions warn his high tax and green obsessions are toxic
Labour MPs are urging Andy Burnham not to appoint Ed Miliband as the next Chancellor due to concerns over his high tax policies and focus on green initiatives, which business leaders and unions claim are toxic.
- Labour MPs fear they will lose their seats if Starmer remains in Number 10
Labour MPs are concerned about losing their parliamentary seats if Starmer continues as Prime Minister. The Prime Minister's support within the parliamentary party is declining.
- UK officials explore swapping some sickness benefits for jobs coaching
UK officials are considering replacing some sickness benefits with job coaching as part of welfare reform. This policy is the first to be discussed since a revolt by Labour MPs last year.
- Labour MPs doubt EHRC guidance on court’s biological sex ruling is workable
Labour MPs are skeptical about the workability of the Equality and Human Rights Commission's guidance on implementing the Supreme Court's biological sex ruling in the Equality Act. A Commons motion signed by 135 MPs, including 69 Labour members, seeks to block the guidance due to concerns it could harm transgender people and trigger legal disputes.
- Manchester is a triumph of private enterprise
The article argues that Manchester's revival is attributed to private enterprise, suggesting that 'Soft left' Labour MPs supporting Andy Burnham may have misinterpreted the factors behind the city's success.
- How to become Britain’s next prime minister
Keir Starmer faces growing unpopularity and a revolt from nearly 100 Labour MPs, while his defense secretary resigned, weakening his leadership. Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester, could challenge Starmer for the Labour leadership and UK premiership if he wins the Makerfield by-election on June 18.
- Nearly 140 Labour MPs demand ban on UK trade with illegal Israeli settlements after Streeting accused Starmer of ignoring Gaza war crimes
Nearly 140 Labour MPs in the UK have called for a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements. The move follows accusations by a Labour MP named Streeting that another MP, Starmer, has ignored war crimes in Gaza.
- Starmer repeatedly fails to say he will cut benefits in PMQs mauling by Kemi Badenoch - after ally's warning that Labour MPs just want to hike taxes for more handouts
Starmer repeatedly avoided committing to cutting benefits during a PMQs session with Kemi Badenoch. An ally warned that Labour MPs aim to increase taxes to fund more handouts.
- Labour MPs call for Keir Starmer to sack 'bat-s**t' Ed Miliband ahead of Reshuffle as they warn Red Ed's Net Zero lunacy must not come before tackling the Cost of Living crisis
Labour MPs have urged party leader Keir Starmer to remove Ed Miliband from a potential reshuffle, criticizing his 'Net Zero lunacy' and prioritizing the Cost of Living crisis. The MPs argue that Miliband's policies, referred to as 'bat-s**t', risk overshadowing urgent economic concerns.
- QUENTIN LETTS: Labour MPs listened to Starmer's legalistic 'yes, buts' and many of them, I fear, heard only a wriggler
Quentin Letts criticizes Labour MPs for perceiving Keir Starmer's legalistic 'yes, buts' as evasive, suggesting they interpret his cautious responses as a 'wriggler' rather than strategic nuance.
- How safe is Starmer’s premiership after his Mandelson vetting statement to MPs?
Keir Starmer's premiership faces challenges due to his Mandelson vetting statement and ongoing unpopularity, despite efforts to assert political stability. Labour MPs have criticized his lack of a clear mission, while Starmer has targeted Olly Robbins as a political adversary.
- Sir Keir Starmer is on borrowed time even if he survives latest Lord Mandelson crisis, Labour MPs say
Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the UK Labour Party, faces significant political pressure amid a crisis involving Lord Mandelson, with Labour MPs suggesting his position is precarious despite potential survival. The situation highlights internal tensions within the party.
- The buck stops with you, Keir: PM's own ministers turn on him and Labour MPs warn he MUST go now after his Mandelson 'lies' were sensationally exposed
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces growing pressure from within his own Labour Party, as ministers and Labour MPs demand his resignation following the exposure of 'lies' related to Peter Mandelson. The internal backlash highlights deepening divisions and loss of confidence in Starmer's leadership.
- Group of Labour MPs proposes new policies to beat rightwing populism
A group of Labour MPs in the UK is proposing policies to counter rightwing populism, including a Swiss-style EU agreement, lower electricity prices, stronger climate policies, and reduced reliance on the US. Former cabinet minister Anneliese Dodds advocates for reevaluating the UK-US alliance based on shared values.