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‘Enemies of Labour' to benefit from Corbyn-led party, says peer
Lord Kinnock has criticised plans by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana to form a new left-wing party, saying it would "only assist the enemies of Labour".
Kinnock mockingly suggested the new party be called the "Farage assistance group", arguing that division on the left would benefit right-wing parties such as the Conservatives and Reform UK.
Ms Sultana announced her resignation from Labour and her intention to co-lead a new party with Mr Corbyn last week, saying they aim to tackle poverty and inequality, and oppose war.
Mr Corbyn appeared to be surprised by Sultana's announcement, issuing a non-committal statement, and his team reportedly urged her to retract it.
Polling data indicates a hypothetical Corbyn-led left-leaning party could attract 10 per cent of voters, primarily drawing support from Labour, the Greens, Lib Dems, and the SNP.
