The Labour leadership must restore party democracy
Andy McDonald MP warns that Keir Starmer’s leadership is narrowing participation, muting voices, and undermining Labour’s internal democracy
Andy McDonald
Andy McDonald MP: Nigel Farage is defending the wealthy while asking everyone else to tighten their belts
Farage’s speech was framed as an appeal to “growth,” but it was a defence of privilege. He fretted over inheritance and “exit” taxes that inconvenience the rich.
Andy McDonald MP: Recognition of a Palestinian state is not enough, we must take concrete steps to defend civilians
Recognition alone is not enough. Britain must also take concrete steps to defend those who cling to life there and pursue justice for the dead
The welfare bill still threatens even deeper cuts and is morally indefensible
‘This creates a two-tier welfare state: those lucky enough to qualify before the changes will receive support to live, though not necessarily with dignity’