John Healey says Labour infighting puts government’s credibility at risk
John Healey has expressed concerns that infighting within the Labour Party threatens its credibility in government. In a speech, he criticized party members for focusing on personal ambitions rather than the needs of the country. Healey emphasized the importance of unity and seriousness in addressing current crises, particularly in relation to national security and economic challenges.
- ▪John Healey criticized Labour infighting, suggesting it jeopardizes the party's credibility in government.
- ▪He did not name specific individuals but appeared to target Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting in his remarks.
- ▪Healey emphasized the need for Labour to focus on national interests rather than personal ambitions within the party.
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John Healey didn’t mention anyone by name in his speech to the Good Growth Foundation, but it was clear to whom he was referring. Photograph: Lucy North/PAView image in fullscreenJohn Healey didn’t mention anyone by name in his speech to the Good Growth Foundation, but it was clear to whom he was referring. Photograph: Lucy North/PALabourJohn Healey says Labour infighting puts government’s credibility at riskDefence secretary say party has turned in on itself in thinly veiled criticism of Andy Burnham and Wes StreetingDan Sabbagh Defence and security editorTue 19 May 2026 14.22 EDTLast modified on Tue 19 May 2026 14.33 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleJohn Healey has criticised Labour figures jockeying to become prime minister in a politicised speech in which he said the party’s “very…
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