Corbyn-Sultana Rift Undermines Left-Wing Party Formation UK

The formation of a new left-wing party spearheaded by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana has been marred by a public and acrimonious split between the two leaders, causing disappointment among their supporters. The conflict arose after Sultana launched a membership portal encouraging paid sign-ups, which Corbyn and other founding MPs denounced as unauthorized, urging members to cancel their payments. Sultana accused Corbyn of sidelining her and overseeing a "sexist boys' club," while Corbyn's camp has taken legal advice and even reported Sultana to the Information Commissioner over data and control disputes. This infighting has disheartened many who saw the new party as a vital alternative to right-wing forces and mainstream politics, with some members canceling their memberships amid confusion and mistrust. Despite the initial enthusiasm, including hundreds of thousands signing up, the lack of political focus and the leadership quarrels have overshadowed the party's potential, with some supporters shifting their allegiance to other left-leaning groups like the Greens. The saga highlights deep divisions and ego clashes within the movement, undermining efforts to present a united front against the current political establishment in the UK.