David Lammy and Other Cabinet Members Prepare to Listen to Keir Starmer’s Speech at Labour Conference
The Labour conference in Liverpool was abuzz with anticipation as David Lammy and other members of the cabinet gathered to listen to Keir Starmer’s keynote speech. The atmosphere was electric as delegates eagerly awaited the party leader’s address, hoping for a strong and inspiring message that would rally the party and its supporters.
However, the lead up to Starmer’s speech was marred by a controversial statement made by David Lammy earlier in the day. The deputy prime minister had accused Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform party, of “flirting with Hitler Youth when he was younger.” This incendiary allegation was in response to Farage’s claims that Starmer was inciting violence against his party’s supporters.
Lammy’s statement was based on historic allegations made by one of Farage’s former teachers, who claimed that he had “marched through a quiet Sussex village very late at night shouting Hitler Youth songs” as a schoolboy. However, Farage has vehemently denied these claims, calling them “complete baloney” back in 2013.
In his speech, Starmer wasted no time in addressing Farage’s comments, telling the Reform leader that the Labour party would “fight you with everything we have” between now and the next election. It was a strong and direct message, one that resonated with the audience and set the tone for the rest of the conference.
Following Starmer’s address, Farage took to the stage to deliver his own speech. He dismissed Labour’s attacks on him as “obsessive” and accused the prime minister of “descending into the gutter.” However, his words were met with a resounding response from the audience, who were clearly not swayed by his rhetoric.
When asked about Farage’s comments, Lammy did not hold back. He stated, “I think he’s got a bit of a brass neck, hasn’t he, Nigel Farage? This story goes back a long way. This is calling out his policies, his policies that would line people up who have a right to be in this country, who might be Indian, who might be Nigerian, and send them home. It’s not British. It doesn’t respect our values.”
Lammy’s words were met with applause and support from the audience, who were in agreement with his stance against Farage’s policies. When asked if he thought Farage was a racist, Lammy responded that it was not for him to judge the man, but rather his policies. He stated, “I’m not going to play the man. I’m playing the ball, as our leader did. I will leave it for the public to come to their own judgments about someone who once flirted with Hitler Youth when he was younger.”
However, just an hour later, Lammy withdrew his comments. He clarified, “He has denied it and so I accept that he has denied it, and I’d like to clarify that position because in the end the prime minister was keen for us to focus on the policies not the individual.”
The incident highlighted the importance of staying focused on the issues and policies at hand, rather than getting caught up in personal attacks and mudslinging. It also showcased the strength and unity of the Labour party, with Lammy and Starmer standing together in their fight against divisive and harmful policies.
In his speech, Starmer emphasized the need for unity and solidarity within the party, stating that “we will fight you with everything we have.” He urged the audience to stand together and support each other in the face of adversity, and to continue fighting for the values and principles that the Labour party stands for.
The conference was a powerful display of the Labour party’s determination and resilience, with members and supporters coming together to listen to their leader’s message and show their unwavering support. It was a reminder that, despite the challenges and obstacles, the Labour party remains a force to be reckoned with.
As the conference came to a close, it was clear that the Labour party was ready to face the future with strength and determination. With Keir Starmer at the helm and a united front, they are prepared to fight for a better and more inclusive future for all. The message was clear: the Labour party is ready to lead and make a positive impact on the lives of the people they represent.
