Labour Party infighting is set to escalate as Catherine West, a Labour MP, announces her intention to challenge Keir Starmer for the party leadership. West's move comes at a time when the party is seeking to regroup and refocus ahead of the next general election. However, not everyone in the party is supportive of a leadership challenge. Minister Bridget Phillipson has publicly backed Starmer, warning that infighting could undermine Labour's chances of winning power. As West's bid for the top job gains momentum, it remains to be seen whether she will be able to gain enough support from Labour MPs to mount a serious challenge to the party leader.
Catherine West says she is ready to challenge Keir Starmer but minister Bridget Phillipson backs the PM and warns against infighting.
