Angela Rayner blasts leadership rumours: I don’t want to be leader of the Labour Party
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Angela Rayner shuts down Keir Starmer leadership challenge rumours
- Angela Rayner has emphatically denied rumors of a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer, stating she has "no desire" and will "never" be the Labour Party leader.
- This follows reports of internal dissent within the Labour Party and speculation about Rayner's potential candidacy.
- Rayner affirmed her commitment to her current role as Deputy Prime Minister.
- The rumors emerged amidst Keir Starmer's declining approval ratings and Labour's poor performance in recent local elections.
- Internal concerns within the Labour party persist regarding policy directions on issues like migration and welfare.