Starmer hits out at ‘extremism’ of Green Party and Reform UK

Politics
3 Mar 2026 • 6:20 AM MYT
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  • Sir Keir Starmer urged Labour MPs to unite behind his leadership and embrace the 'mainstream majority' following a significant by-election defeat.
  • The Green Party's Hannah Spencer won the Gorton and Denton by-election, becoming their fifth MP, while Labour finished in third place.
  • Starmer's standing among MPs was reportedly boosted by his handling of the situation involving Donald Trump and Iran, where he advocated for international law.
  • He cautioned against the 'extremism' of the Green Party and Reform UK, who secured first and second positions respectively in the recent by-election.
  • Starmer highlighted Labour's commitment to 'progressive change' through new legislation on employment rights, renters' rights, and investments in the NHS and clean power.

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