Treasury Minister James Murray dismissed Diane Abbott's assertion that the Labour leadership wishes to expel her from the party following her second suspension over controversial remarks regarding racism. Abbott stated she felt no regret for her first suspension related to comments distinguishing racism based on color from prejudice faced by other groups. Murray explained that the party was adhering to standard protocols during an ongoing internal investigation and emphasized that the process should continue without political interference. Abbott insisted there is a clear distinction in the visibility of racism based on race compared to other forms.
James Murray stated that it is 'absolutely not the case' that Number 10 wants to remove Diane Abbott from the Labour Party. He emphasized that the party is following 'standard process' regarding Abbott's latest suspension and that an internal investigation is currently taking place, urging for respect and allowing the process to unfold without interference from ministers.
Diane Abbott expressed in her interview that she does not regret the events leading to her first suspension and feels it is clear there is a difference between racism based on color and other forms.
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