News · 23 April 2026

First Labour MP calls for Starmer to quit

Keir Starmer's support among Labour MPs is draining away amid the Peter Mandelson vetting scandal. The first Labour MP publicly called for his resignation, and he was challenged by Cabinet colleagues over his handling of the affair. His former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, will appear before the Foreign Affairs Committee next Tuesday for questioning.

By BriefTea Editorial · 23 April 2026 at 7:14

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