Your Party crisis deepens amid infighting and prejudice claims

Jeremy Corbyn’s Your Party faces internal strife as key MP withdraws

Your Party, the new political venture led by former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn, has faced fresh turmoil. Independent MP Adnan Hussain has withdrawn from the party's founding process, citing internal disputes and concerns about prejudice. This comes amidst a backdrop of internal division, a botched membership launch, and withheld donations.

Hussain, who was part of the five MPs initially involved in setting up Your Party, announced his withdrawal on Thursday. He cited 'persistent infighting', 'factional competition', and 'a struggle for power' within the party as his reasons for leaving. Hussain also expressed concern about 'veiled prejudice' against Muslim men within the party. Despite his departure, Hussain will remain a member of the Independent Alliance of MPs and hopes that Your Party will still fulfill its initial promises.

The party's formation has been marked by several challenges. A botched membership launch, threats of legal action, and withheld donations have all hindered the party's progress. The dispute between Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, another key figure in the party's founding process, has also been a source of internal division. Sultana, who has been actively involved in setting up Your Party alongside Corbyn, has previously accused Corbyn of running a 'sexist boys' club' and excluding women from leadership positions. Despite these disagreements, Sultana continues to be involved in the party's establishment.

With Hussain's withdrawal, four MPs remain involved in setting up Your Party. The party's founding conference is still scheduled for Liverpool on November 29 and 30. However, these recent events highlight the challenges the party faces in its formation and raise questions about its future unity and direction.