Labour rebels plot Starmer leadership challenge after by-election rout

Source: thetimes.com

Rebellious Labour MPs are moving to oust Prime Minister Keir Starmer following a heavy loss in the Kingswood by-election. A group led by former minister Dan Carden has prepared nomination papers to launch a leadership challenge, needing backing from 20 per cent of the parliamentary party. This internal revolt highlights deep divisions over Starmer's leadership style and policy failures, threatening his grip on power just months after taking office.