Margaret Beckett

Corbyn Supporters Stage Walkout Of Labour's Ruling NEC In Protest At Starmer 'Control Freakery'

Party's left-wingers stage walk-out before ex-cabinet minister Margaret Beckett is elected chair of ruling body.
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Fresh 'Politburo' Plan To Sideline Tom Watson If Jeremy Corbyn Suddenly Quits

Critics say proposal aimed at sidelining Tom Watson in an emergency. Backers say rules need clarity.
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John Bercow Blocks Plan To 'Shutdown' Government To Stop No-Deal Brexit

Radical move to halt Whitehall spending fails to get Commons Speaker's go-ahead.
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The Waugh Zone Thursday June 27, 2019

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Corbyn Aides 'Don't Give A Toss' About Second Brexit Referendum

Labour Party's former deputy leader lets rip after further delay in policy change despite calls from membership.
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The Waugh Zone Monday May 13, 2019

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Former Labour Leader John Smith Would Have Backed A Second Referendum, Says Tom Watson

Labour's current deputy leader to deliver speech on anniversary of Smith's death.
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Second Referendum On The Table In May-Corbyn Talks, Says Brexit Secretary Stephen Barclay

Labour leader told to make public vote a condition of holding negotiations.
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Brexit More Important Than Bullying, Says Labour's Dame Margaret Beckett Amid Calls For Speaker John Bercow To Resign

The speaker will decide on a key motion over the Brexit deal the PM strikes with Brussels.
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Labour Needs 'English Manifesto' To Win Next Election, Campaigners Say

Figures from across the party join forces to back call.
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