Starmer: I did not threaten the Speaker in any way

The Labour leader said he “simply urged” the Speaker to ensure there was the “broadest possible debate” over calls for a Middle East ceasefire.

Sir Keir Starmer criticised the actions of the SNP and the Conservatives over Wednesday’s debate and vote which led to chaotic scenes in the Commons.

He said he did not threaten the Speaker “in any way whatsoever” despite reports Labour has told Lindsay Hoyle it may not support him in the next Parliament if he failed to put their motion to a vote.

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