The surge in support for Reform is making Labour nervous. Now it needs a plan
- Posted on February 9, 2025
- By The Guardian
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The surge in support for Reform is making Labour nervous. Now it needs a plan
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It will take more than some sharper attack lines to beat back the growing threat posed by Nigel Farage