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Is Jeremy Corbyn trolling Keir Starmer?

Sep 6, 2024

Jeremy Corbyn, the former Labour leader advocating for a new coalition of MPs against the Gaza war, is joined by Andrew Marr, a seasoned political commentator. They discuss the potential of Corbyn's Independent Alliance, which could reshape the parliamentary landscape and attract Labour MPs. Marr also sheds light on Keir Starmer's strategies regarding UK-EU relations and the challenges he faces in navigating party expectations and Brexit complexities. Together, they explore the dynamic shifts within Labour and the implications for future policy.

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Jeremy Corbyn's new 'Independent Alliance' could attract disillusioned Labour MPs, significantly impacting leftist policy influence in Parliament.

Keir Starmer's stance on Brexit focuses on selective agreements, aiming to address trade relations while prioritizing current domestic issues.

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Intro

5min

Labour Leadership and Political Dynamics

9min

Navigating Brexit: Starmer's Strategy and EU Relations

3min

Labour's Approach to Post-Brexit Trade and EU Relations

2min

Economic Growth and Inward Investment in the UK

2min

The former Labour leader’s new coalition could be “a real force” in Parliament, says Andrew Marr.

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Jeremy Corbyn has formed a new “Independent Alliance” of MPs, united around opposition to the Gaza war. Answering a listener question on this “You Ask Us” episode, Andrew Marr says Corbyn could well attract more Labour MPs to his cause. This would make the Independent Alliance bigger than Reform UK, and could influence policy from the Left.

Andrew Marr joins Hannah Barnes and Rachel Cunliffe on this listener questions episode of the podcast. They also discuss Keir Starmer’s plans for UK-EU relations, and whether the Prime Minister will row back on some Brexit agreements.

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Andrew Marr on Labour’s battle for Britain

https://www.newstatesman.com/cover-story/2024/09/labours-battle-for-britain

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