Rachel Reeves ridiculed for Labour list lacking UK firm CEOs


Rachel Reeves ridiculed for Labour list lacking UK firm CEOs

Questionable Business Backers

Rachel Reeves faced mockery after a Labour list of 120 business supporters revealed the absence of CEOs from the top 100 UK firms.

Missing Top Executives

The list, meant to showcase Labour's pro-business stance, included individuals who had already left the companies they were said to represent.

Union Criticism

Unite union criticized the inclusion of former Heathrow Airport CEO John Holland-Kaye, citing controversial staff-related decisions.

Call for Disassociation

Unite's general secretary urged Labour to distance itself from Holland-Kaye, labeling his actions during the pandemic as one of the most severe instances of 'fire and rehire'.

Labour's Response

Labour was approached for a comment on the matter but has not yet responded.