Labour has never had a female leader because ‘it’s a bit sexist’, says Jess Phillips
Jess Phillips criticized the Labour Party for its lack of female leaders, calling it a reflection of sexism within the institution. She noted that while the Conservatives have had three female prime ministers, Labour has never had a permanent female leader. Phillips expressed hope for unexpected candidates in future leadership contests but emphasized the importance of caring for the country over party politics.
- ▪Jess Phillips described the Labour Party as 'sexist' for not having a permanent female leader in its history.
- ▪She resigned as safeguarding minister on May 12, citing a loss of confidence in Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
- ▪Phillips highlighted that the idea of a woman leading improving conditions for women is not one she recognizes in the UK.
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Jess Phillips quit her role as safeguarding minister on 12 May, one of four ministers to step down that day after Labour’s mauling at the local elections. Photograph: UK Parliament/PAView image in fullscreenJess Phillips quit her role as safeguarding minister on 12 May, one of four ministers to step down that day after Labour’s mauling at the local elections. Photograph: UK Parliament/PAJess PhillipsLabour has never had a female leader because ‘it’s a bit sexist’, says Jess PhillipsHowever, former minister tells Hay festival ‘the idea that a woman leads and it makes it better for women is not one I’ve recognised in this country’Ella CreamerMon 25 May 2026 10.10 EDTLast modified on Mon 25 May 2026 10.12 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Labour MP Jess Phillips has described her…
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