Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, has launched a direct appeal to Conservative voters, urging them to switch sides in the upcoming General Election. In a speech, Sir Keir criticized the past 13 years of Conservative rule, describing it as a period of "chaos and crisis." He also highlighted the party's descent "into the murky waters of populism and conspiracy." Sir Keir believes that winning seats in Scotland could pave the way for Labour to secure a majority in the House of Commons. Party insiders are reportedly targeting around two dozen seats in Scotland.

Conservatives Have Given Up, Says Lord Peter Mandelson

In an interview with Times Radio, former Cabinet minister Lord Peter Mandelson revealed that he hasn't encountered a Tory who disagrees with the notion that they will lose the next election. Lord Mandelson claimed that the Conservatives have essentially "given up" and are currently embroiled in internal disputes over who will succeed Rishi Sunak.