Keir Starmer Faces Rumours of Labour Party Plot to Oust Him
Leadership Challenged
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly facing a leadership challenge from within his own party, with some MPs expressing dissatisfaction with his performance.
The rumours follow a series of poor election results for Labour, including the loss of the Hartlepool by-election to the Conservative Party.
Some Labour MPs are reportedly unhappy with Starmer's perceived lack of charisma and his failure to connect with voters.
Internal Divisions
The rumours of a leadership challenge have exposed divisions within the Labour Party, with some MPs calling for Starmer to resign.
However, other MPs have defended Starmer, arguing that he has done a good job in difficult circumstances.
The Labour Party is currently preparing for its annual conference, which is expected to be a key moment in the leadership debate.
Leadership Contest
If a leadership contest does take place, it is likely to be a closely fought race.
Starmer's main challengers are likely to be shadow foreign secretary Lisa Nandy and shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves.
The outcome of any leadership contest will depend on the support of Labour MPs and party members.
Leadership Vote
If a leadership contest does take place, it is likely to be a vote among Labour MPs.
If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, the top two candidates will go to a vote among party members.
The result of any leadership contest is likely to have a significant impact on the Labour Party's chances of winning the next general election.
Leadership Challenges
Starmer's leadership has been challenged before.
In 2021, a group of Labour MPs called for Starmer to resign after he was criticised for his handling of the party's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, Starmer survived the challenge and has remained leader of the Labour Party.
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