Today in Focus Is this the summer the British left comes back?
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Aug 6, 2025 
Owen Jones, a Guardian columnist known for his sharp political insights, joins Aletha Adu, a political correspondent who covers the Labour Party, to discuss the resurgence of the British left. They dive into the formation of a new left-wing party founded by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, sparked by discontent with Labour's current leadership. The duo critically examines Keir Starmer's performance and the growing desire for meaningful political change, as well as the challenges of revitalizing the Labour left amidst a fragmented political landscape.
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Awkward Party Launch Moment
- Zahra Sultana announced the new party abruptly on social media, criticizing Labour and Starmer.
- Corbyn initially stayed silent for many hours after her announcement, marking an awkward launch.
New Party's Core Values
- The new party stands against austerity, imperialism, and for wealth redistribution and climate justice.
- They emphasize democratic control, public ownership, and want membership to shape policies.
Corbyn's Lesson From 2017
- Corbyn's 2017 appeal was his principled and direct approach which energized voters.
- Political compromise on Brexit and internal divisions diluted his support and message.