Coffee House Shots Labour Together? Party morale & the threat of Reform
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Apr 18, 2025 
Jonathan Ashworth, former Labour MP and CEO of Labour Together, shares his insights as he transitions to writing a memoir and starting a podcast. He discusses the mixed morale within the Labour Party leading up to the local elections, revealing the sentiments of members and the challenges posed by Reform. Ashworth also highlights Labour Together's role as a vital think tank, stressing the need for innovative strategies to address key voter concerns like the NHS and the cost of living.
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Ashworth Leaving Labour Together
- Jonathan Ashworth is leaving his role at Labour Together after 12 months since losing his seat in the general election.
- He plans to write a book about Manchester's history and start a rival political podcast.
Labour Focuses on Reform Threat
- Labour Together focuses on polling and research to help Labour counter the Reform party threat.
- Labour voters in 2024 are very concerned about what Reform stands for, especially regarding the NHS.
Labour Think Tanks' Unique Role
- Labour think tanks serve different roles compared to Conservative ones; Labour ones focus more on campaigning and electoral strategy.
- Labour Together's strength lies in influencing politics and strategy rather than direct policy development.