Conservative leader accuses PM of 'squatting in No. 10', setting up potential brexit clash.
Politics
Keir Starmer accuses Boris Johnson of squatting in No. 10 during meeting with business leaders at London Stock Exchange.
Keir Starmer has accused Prime Minister Boris Johnson of "squatting in No. 10" following his statement that he would not rule out calling an early election if his own Conservative Party was seen as vulnerable.
The Labour leader made the comments during a meeting with business leaders at the London Stock Exchange, where he described the current state of politics in the UK as "a disaster." He told them that he was disappointed by the Prime Minister's approach to Brexit and called on him to hold his constituents to account on the issue.
Starmer has been critical of the government's handling of Brexit negotiations, with his party leading calls for a second referendum or re-opening of parliamentary negotiations. However, his latest comment suggesting that he may be considering calling an election could be seen as a shot across the bows of Johnson and the Conservatives.
The PM's statement came as the House of Commons began its debates on the Queen's Speech, which sets out the plans of the government for the coming year. The government has faced criticism over its handling of the Brexit negotiations, with some MPs expressing frustration at the pace of progress and the lack of clarity on the final terms of the withdrawal agreement.
Johnson's comments were seen as a dig at Starmer and other opposition politicians who have been critical of the government's handling of the Brexit negotiations. The PM has previously said that he will not rule out calling an early election if his own Conservative Party is seen as vulnerable after the 2022 general election.
In conclusion, Keir Starmer's accusation of Boris Johnson "squatting in No. 10" highlights the ongoing tensions between the Labour leader and the Prime Minister over the government's handling of Brexit negotiations. While Starmer's comments are likely to have sparked controversy, they also serve as a reminder of the political divisions that exist within the government. The outcome of the upcoming general election will likely have significant implications for the UK's future relationship with the EU.
