Ailbhe Rae

Ailbhe Rae, Political Editor at The New Statesman, shares insights on Labour politics and the dynamics surrounding Keir Starmer's leadership. The discussion reveals how coordinated briefings aimed to shape a narrative of potential challenges against him. Ailbhe explains the backlash from stories around Wes Streeting and critiques Number 10's strategy. They explore how media coverage could either decrease or intensify threats to Starmer's leadership, shedding light on the intricacies of political maneuvering within the party.