Jeremy Corbyn is considering launching a political party in collaboration with other leftwing independent MPs to provide an alternative to Labour. Discussions are currently happening within the Independent Alliance, which Corbyn co-founded. The alliance consists of independent MPs who have previously defeated Labour candidates. Corbyn's vision for a new party includes a focus on poverty, inequality, and peace-oriented foreign policy. This potential move could disrupt the left-of-centre voter base and challenge Labour leader Keir Starmer's centrist positioning.
The Independent Alliance includes four other independent MPs who all beat Labour candidates over the party's position on Gaza. Corbyn confirmed discussions were under way among the group.
Corbyn has long hinted at plans to create a vehicle for socialist policies and pro-Palestinian campaigning, focusing on poverty, inequality, and peace.
The move could dismantle the left-of-centre vote and present a headache for Starmer, who has repositioned Labour in the political centre.
Corbyn stated, 'That grouping [of independents] will come together, there will be an alternative,' hinting at a potential new political party.
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