David Lammy criticized Cabinet members for gossiping about Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves to the media while having drinks. The Deputy PM expressed disappointment over leaks within the Government, particularly regarding his court system reforms.
Amid accusations of the PM and Chancellor misleading the Cabinet on public finances, a minister described the budget handling as a disaster. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch highlighted the internal briefing conflicts within the Cabinet during PMQs.
In a message to colleagues leaking against Starmer and Reeves, Lammy urged them to stop as it hinders governance. He emphasized that cozying up to journalists and criticizing colleagues does not serve the country well.
Lammy, also the Justice Secretary, voiced concern over government leaks, calling them counterproductive. He disapproved of leaked decisions and emphasized the importance of unity within political parties.
Recent leaks revealed Lammy’s plans to reduce jury trials, sparking backlash. Initially proposing to eliminate jury trials for certain offenses, he later adjusted the threshold to three years.
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