Crisis Talks Called as Speaker Faces Job Threat Over Gaza Revolt ‘Bias’

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Accusations of Bias

The Commons Speaker is under fire for allegedly bending rules to save Sir Keir Starmer from a backbench revolt over Gaza, leading to calls for his resignation.

Chaos in Westminster

A night of chaos unfolded in Westminster as MPs protested and walked out of the chamber, prompting the Speaker to issue an apology amidst accusations of bias.

Impartiality Storm

Sir Lindsay Hoyle, expected to be neutral, is set to meet with party figures to address the impartiality storm following the Gaza conflict vote controversy.

Further Controversy

More anger looms as Labour admits Sir Keir met with the Speaker before the decision, fueling Tory MPs' claims of breaking convention to help Labour.

Speaker's Apology

Sir Lindsay expressed regret and offered his apologies, acknowledging the fallout from his decision to allow Labour to table its own vote on Gaza ceasefire.

Opposition Parties' Response

The SNP leader decried the Speaker's actions, labeling the situation as "intolerable" and accusing him of treating his party with contempt.

Government's Motion Pulled

The day ended with Labour's motion passing without a vote after the Government withdrew its own motion, sparking chaos and confusion in the Commons.

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