Michael Marra elected leader of Scottish Labour, succeeding Anas Sarwar
Michael Marra has been elected as the new leader of Scottish Labour, succeeding Anas Sarwar. Marra, a regional…
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Labour calls for action – not “crocodile tears” – for victims of sexual violence
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Matthew Doyle appointed as interim director of communications
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Batley and Spen “being used as a political football”, says Kim Leadbeater
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PMQs: Debate over rape dismissed as “jabber” as Starmer demands an apology
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Starmer’s office reshuffle and Labour’s call for a “long-term NHS rescue plan”
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