Starmer’s top advisers knew about ‘indefensible’ journalists’ probe, documents reveal
Documents reveal that senior advisers to Keir Starmer were informed about an investigation into journalists critical of the Labour Together thinktank. The investigation, commissioned by the thinktank's director, raised questions about Starmer's awareness of the affair. Critics have called for a parliamentary inquiry, citing concerns over the invasive nature of the probe.
- ▪Keir Starmer's top advisers were briefed on an investigation into journalists writing about Labour Together.
- ▪The investigation was commissioned by Josh Simons, the thinktank's director, amid concerns over undeclared donations.
- ▪Critics, including journalist Paul Holden, are calling for a full parliamentary inquiry into the matter.
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Morgan McSweeney, the former chief of staff to the prime minister. The disclosure raises questions about the Starmer’s knowledge about the investigation. Photograph: Leon Neal/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenMorgan McSweeney, the former chief of staff to the prime minister. The disclosure raises questions about the Starmer’s knowledge about the investigation. Photograph: Leon Neal/Getty ImagesMediaStarmer’s top advisers knew about ‘indefensible’ journalists’ probe, documents revealPM’s former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, among aides who were briefed on investigation into journalists writing about Labour TogetherDaniel Boffey Chief reporterWed 20 May 2026 13.58 EDTLast modified on Wed 20 May 2026 13.59 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleKeir Starmer’s most senior advisers were…
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