Starmer faces unity questions as Tories accuse Labour of infighting

A defiant Starmer smiled through jeers, but can Labour’s fragile unity survive the storm? The Tories smell blood as the budget looms.

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2025 November 13 . 5:16 PM

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Starmer faces unity questions as Tories accuse Labour of infighting

Labour leader Keir Starmer entered the House of Commons with a grin today, greeted by enthusiastic cheers from his colleagues. His political future, along with that of the prime minister, was a significant point of discussion during the latest session of Prime Minister's Questions.

Starmer distanced himself from attacks on his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, but did not fully defend him. He claimed his team was united, despite opposition bench jeers. Labour MPs turned out in full force, despite reports suggesting some might boycott the session.

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch criticized Starmer's support for McSweeney and accused the government of descending into 'civil war' two weeks before the budget. Ashford MP Sojan Joseph criticized the Reform UK-led Kent County Council's issues, while Clwyd North MP Gill German invited the prime minister to visit Rhyl, a Welsh seaside town.

The prime minister's future in No 10 and Starmer's leadership were the main topics of contention during the session. Starmer maintained his team was united, but questions remain about his support for McSweeney. Meanwhile, the opposition continues to criticize the government's internal issues.