Lucy Powell wins Labour deputy leadership election
Lucy Powell won Labour’s deputy leadership election, defeating Bridget Phillipson and reflecting member preference for her direction under Keir Starmer.
Labour deputy leadership contest may only cause more trouble for Starmer
Labour deputy contest between Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson exposes deep internal divisions, centre backing for Phillipson, and fears the result will not produce unity.
Henry Zeffman: Rayner's resignation is devastating blow for her and PM
Angela Rayner's resignation ends her deputy prime ministership after 14 months and triggers urgent questions about Labour's deputy leadership, cabinet appointments, and government direction.