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.
"What genius!" they mocked. They predicted drama, although not a disaster like this. The gory consequences of the decision to try and change the law on welfare this week are there for all to see.
Pimlico Plumbers founder Charlie Mullins blasted Starmer for having a "brass neck" to stand up at the BCC conference telling them he is on their side despite the government having "battered businesses."