Brian Leishman

Brian Leishman, a Labour MP emerging as a voice for the soft left, discusses Keir Starmer's recent U-turn on winter fuel payments, emphasizing the need for faster reforms. Aggie Chambre, LBC's political correspondent, sheds light on an impending sentencing review aimed at addressing prison overcrowding. The guests debate whether government's intentions are rooted in principle or necessity, while exploring the balance between rehabilitation and punishment in the penal system. Their insights reveal the tensions and challenges facing the Labour Party in a shifting political landscape.

Brian Leishman, a suspended Labour MP for Alloa & Grangemouth, joins alongside Tim Crosland, a former government lawyer and activist. They discuss Keir Starmer's evolving stance on Palestinian statehood and the political shift with the new left party led by Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn. Leishman shares insights on Labour’s internal strife and the authoritarian dynamics at play. Crosland speaks about the implications of labeling Palestine Action a terrorist organization, raising crucial questions on civil liberties and the future of dissent in the UK.