Labour member suggests she is subjected to a test of masculinity after being suspended due to her stance against the two-child benefit cap. At noon, Keir Starmer addresses the House for the initial time under his leadership position while facing opposition from seven colleagues within the party.
The response by Starmer towards the challenge presented by some members was seen as unexpected and impactful, potentially signaling a stern view on dissenters among Labour's more progressive ranks, newcomers to Parliament, and the opposing side alike.
Jessica Elgot reports that suspensions targeted several left-wing party MPs including John McDonnell, Apsana Begum, Richard Burgon, Ian Byrne, Imran Hussain, Rebecca Long-Bailey, and Zarah Sultana, who were all in favor of the proposed amendment to abolish the two-child benefit limitation.
Among those suspended was Zara Sultana, a newly elected member who claims she wasn't forewarned about potential consequences if she acted against party policies but insists her decision wouldn't have changed regardless. She described it as not merely a political stunt but an issue concerning the well-being of children living in poverty, suggesting that removing this cap is essential to alleviate hardship among families across the UK.
In contrast, Suella Braverman from another party expressed during parliamentary proceedings her belief that the two-child benefit cap does not achieve its intended purpose and contributes negatively to child welfare in Britain.
Additionally, James Cleverly, a newcomer among Tory leadership hopefuls, emphasized his commitment against internal conflicts within his party during his initial announcement of candidacy for the upcoming Prime Ministerial race.
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