Labour MP Rosie Duffield resigns, accuses UK PM Starmer of 'hypocrisy'
Sunday, 29 September 2024 Rosie Duffield resigned from the Labour Party, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer of hypocrisy for accepting gifts while cutting winter heating payments for pensioners. She criticized his policies as inconsistent with Labour values. The controversy has caused friction within the party, especially during their first conference since regaining power.
Pat McFadden plays down the resignation of Labour MP Rosie Duffield saying, "I don't think in the end her resignation is a big surprise". The chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster also dismisses criticisms from Ms Duffield about donations from Lord Alli, insisting "everything that's donated is...