- Rebecca Long-Bailey criticised Sir Keir Starmer, describing Labour's recent local election results as 'soul-destroying'.
- Speaking to the BBC on Friday, the Salford MP stated that Labour had been 'squeezed' by both Reform and the Greens.
- This squeeze resulted in the loss of several 'really good' councillors and candidates for the party.
- Long-Bailey noted that many residents felt unable to vote for Labour due to the party's national actions.
- She suggested Labour’s recent slogans, rhetoric, and decisions had not resonated well in local communities.
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