Jeremy Corbyn's New Party Faces Leadership Turmoil Ahead of November Conference

September 21, 2025
Jeremy Corbyn's New Party Faces Leadership Turmoil Ahead of November Conference
  • Analysts warn that the infighting could lead to leaders splitting and that efforts are ongoing to salvage the party amid internal and public turmoil.

  • Internal conflicts have centered around disagreements over leadership, financial control, and membership registration, with Sultana accusing Corbyn of sidelining her and other MPs, and calling for transparency.

  • Corbyn and supporters have sought to reassure members that donations and member data are secure, despite disputes and allegations of mismanagement, with efforts underway to mediate the conflicts.

  • The new political party launched by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, announced in July, has attracted over 750,000 supporters but remains unestablished, with its first conference scheduled for November amid ongoing leadership disputes.

  • A recent unauthorized email invitation to join 'Your Party' prompted Corbyn to warn supporters against signing up through the link and to seek legal advice, reflecting the chaos surrounding the party's organization.

  • While some see the enthusiasm for new left-wing parties as promising, critics argue that the infighting damages the party's credibility and hampers efforts to challenge far-right populism and address economic inequality.

  • The ongoing internal disputes have led to negative perceptions and fears that the party's credibility is being compromised at a critical political juncture, with some supporters remaining loyal and others feeling disillusioned.

  • Despite the turmoil, some supporters continue to back Corbyn, citing his contributions, while others see the split as damaging to the future of left-wing politics.

  • Corbyn has committed to building an inclusive, grassroots, and democratic organization, with a founding conference planned for November to establish the party's structure.

  • A mediator is working behind the scenes to resolve the disputes and stabilize the party's future.

  • Supporters and some political figures advocate for a strong left-wing voice outside Labour, with calls for the party to be led democratically by its members rather than MPs.

  • Figures involved in the party's financial oversight, including Beth Winter, Jamie Driscoll, and Andrew Feinstein, have expressed disappointment over leadership disputes but reassured that donations and member data are secure.

Summary based on 40 sources


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