Union Boss Accuses Labour of 'Betrayal' Ahead of Showdown with Keir Starmer

Accusations of Betrayal

A union boss has accused Labour of betrayal ahead of a major showdown with Sir Keir Starmer this week. Unite general secretary Sharon Graham has criticized Labour for watering down deputy leader Angela Rayner's New Deal, calling the current proposals unrecognizable from the original plans.

Tense Meeting Over Workers' Rights

The party is gearing up for a tense meeting with its biggest union backers on Tuesday, with major concerns raised over fire and rehire laws and zero hours contracts. Sources suggest there will be sabre-rattling during the gathering.

Labour's Response

Labour sources deny claims of weakening the New Deal, stating that they are merely refining the details of the proposals. The party aims to implement their commitments through legislation within 100 days of taking office.

Policy Exchange Report

A report by think tank Policy Exchange suggests that one key aspect of the New Deal could potentially increase council tax bills by £225 a year. However, Labour has dismissed these claims as fiction and reiterated concerns about the Conservative's unfunded pledge to abolish National Insurance.