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Bridget Phillipson: “There is a real sense of energy and hope and purpose.”

On the recordAugust 20, 2026
There is a real sense of energy and hope and purpose.
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Bridget Phillipson
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

Reflecting on the mood within the party under new leadership.

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