Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleDavid Lammy, the Deputy Prime Minister, has publicly affirmed his "unwavering support" for Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer amidst leadership challenge speculation. Mr Lammy stated that Sir Keir, whom he described as "resilient", must be allowed to "serve out his mandate" following the anticipated 2024 general election. This endorsement follows reports that Sir Keir himself has told supporters he would "fight" any leadership contest, hardening his stance. Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has made his leadership ambitions clear and confirmed his intention to enter any future leadership race. Sir Keir has cautioned against the distraction of an "internal fight" during a period of global instability, emphasising the need to focus on the party's mandate. In fullLammy says he will back ‘resilient’ Starmer in any leadership raceThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Senior minister backs Starmer ahead of possible leadership challenge
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleDavid Lammy, the Deputy Prime Minister, has publicly affirmed his "unwavering support" for Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer amidst leadership challenge speculation. Mr Lammy stated that Sir Keir, whom he described as "resilient", must be allowed to "serve out his mandate" following the anticipated 2024 general election. This endorsement follows reports that Sir Keir himself has told supporters he would "fight" any leadership contest, hardening his stance. Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has made his leadership ambitions clear and confirmed his intention to enter any future leadership race. Sir Keir has cautioned against the distraction of an "internal fight" during a period of global instability, emphasising the need to focus on the party's mandate. In fullLammy says he will back ‘resilient’ Starmer in any leadership raceThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
