British broadcaster, economist and former politician
Progressive economists have written to Unite’s Sharon Graham opposing Miliband’s plan to expand North Sea oil and gas while Labour braces for Burnham’s leadership and a reshuffle of the Treasury. The debate centers on jobs, net zero and national security as ministers promise business‑as‑usual in the crisis week.
The edited set of interviews and comments from Sue Gray and related sources show a culture of leaks and briefings in No 10 amid leadership changes. Gray says the atmosphere was unbearable and that actions from Keir Starmer’s team were insufficient to curb negative briefings.