During a recent episode of BBC Question Time, a member of the audience criticized Labour for its history of U-turns, particularly pointing out the recent abandonment of a flagship economic policy.
The discussion, held in Lancashire, centered on whether Labour’s internal challenges could hinder its chances in future elections.
The audience member highlighted Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer’s recent reversal on the party’s economic strategy, which aimed to allocate £28 billion annually to green investment. Addressing Labour MP Lucy Powell, the woman expressed skepticism about the party’s ability to manage and regulate its affairs, given this pattern of U-turns.
In another segment of the debate, another audience member criticized Starmer for the delayed response in withdrawing support for Labour’s Rochdale by-election candidate over antisemitic remarks. Labour’s decision to withdraw support from Azhar Ali came after he made controversial comments regarding Israel and Hamas.
The audience member questioned Starmer’s ability to take decisive action, suggesting that the party’s approach seemed focused on appealing to voters rather than addressing key issues.
In response, Powell defended Starmer’s leadership, emphasizing Labour’s efforts to address antisemitism within the party and distance itself from past controversies. She asserted that Labour had made significant progress in combating antisemitism and improving its internal culture.
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