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Scepticism over Starmer as Labour MPs meet to discuss threat from Greens
- Labour MPs held a meeting to discuss the Greens’ rising threat after the by-election drubbing in Gorton and Denton.
- Some Labour members urged listening to experiences from MPs while others warned Keir Starmer leadership could hinder progress.
- The by-election result showed the Greens ahead of Labour, with Reform UK in second, prompting strategic reassessment.
- Some MPs argued Labour must hold the Greens to account for their defence positions while staying progressive.
- There was talk of not going soft on the Greens even as Labour seeks to win back progressive voters.
- The meeting followed voter shifts and a YouGov poll showing Greens moving into second place behind Reform UK.
- Angela Rayner is often tipped as a left-wing candidate, but concerns about her tax scandal count against her.
- Labour promised more policy roundtables and drop-ins to engage backbenchers.
- The by-election gains did not shield Labour from continued scrutiny of strategy and messaging.
- The Greens' growing number of MPs was highlighted as a milestone for the party in Parliament.
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