Phillipson urges Labour to remain united

Bridget Phillipson, the Education Secretary, has launched her bid for the Labour deputy leadership in Sunderland. In her speech, Phillipson urged the party to remain united, emphasizing the importance of presenting a united front to the electorate. Phillipson highlighted the need for Labour to focus on addressing the pressing issues facing the country, such as the cost-of-living crisis and the ongoing challenges in the healthcare and education sectors. She emphasized the party's commitment to working for the people and promised to be a unifying force within the Labour leadership. The Education Secretary's bid comes at a critical time for the party, as it seeks to rebuild and regain the trust of the electorate following a series of electoral defeats. Phillipson's call for unity and her emphasis on practical policy solutions are seen as an attempt to position herself as a pragmatic and inclusive candidate for the deputy leadership role.