DEVELOPING: Starmer Launches Scathing Attack on 'Toxic' Reform Ahead of Labour Conference

Breaking News: Starmer Launches Scathing Attack on 'Toxic' Reform Ahead of Labour Conference Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has launched a scathing attack on Reform UK, calling their plans to abolish indefinite leave to remain (ILR) for legal migrants "one of the most shocking things" they have said. This comes as he arrives in Liverpool ahead of the Labour party conference. Starmer accused Reform UK of promoting a "toxic divide and decline", and warned that their policies will tear the country apart. He also took aim at Reform leader Nigel Farage, saying his language is "smacks of total desperation". The Labour leader's comments come as he faces pressure from within his own party, with opinion polls showing Labour trailing behind Reform UK. There has been speculation that Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham could mount a leadership challenge. Starmer remains confident, however, and told the Sunday Times that Labour can still "pull this round" by putting in hard work and rolling up its sleeves. This is a developing story, with further updates expected as the Labour party conference gets underway. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*