The New Statesman | UK politics and culture
Is Labour purging the left of the party?
May 30, 2024
Hannah Barnes and Rachel Cunliffe discuss Labour's alleged purge of the left, Green Party's campaign launch, and VAT/economy topics in UK general election news and analysis.
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- Questions raised around Labour leadership decisions and handling of candidate status.
- Green Party's success in targeting specific constituencies and diverse policy approach.
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