Former transport secretary said she was one of several victims of ‘sexist and unpleasant’ press briefs
Louise Haigh has accused Keir Starmer’s allies of briefing “consistently and viciously” against her after she resigned as transport secretary as she spoke openly about her departure from the cabinet in 2024 and her reasons for backing Andy Burnham.
She has helped mastermind Burnham’s likely ascent to power, with the former Greater Manchester mayor expected to be confirmed as prime minister in days.
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This article was originally published by The Guardian and written by Kiran Stacey Policy editor.
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