Zarah Sultana Joins Corbyn to Build a New Left-Wing Party
In what could be a turning point for British politics, Zarah Sultana has officially left the Labour Party to co-found a new left-wing political party alongside Jeremy Corbyn. This move, long speculated but only now confirmed, signals a bold and potentially disruptive challenge to the UK’s traditional two-party system. Corbyn has called her departure a "principled decision," praising her courage and commitment to building what he describes as a "real alternative" for voters disillusioned with the status quo.
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It’s clear this new movement is not just about personality, but about policy and principle. Talks have been ongoing, mostly behind closed doors, to transform a small but vocal group of pro-Gaza independent MPs — loosely coordinated by Corbyn — into a fully-fledged political party. While the new party has yet to announce its official name or leadership structure, insiders suggest the foundations are being laid for a member-driven, democratic model. Names like The Collective and Arise are reportedly being considered.
Sultana’s decision did not come out of nowhere. She was suspended from the Parliamentary Labour Party after defying the whip on key votes — notably on the two-child benefit cap and Gaza — but had technically remained a member until this week. Her departure speaks to a deeper frustration among some on the left, who feel that the Labour Party, under Keir Starmer’s leadership, has drifted too far from its progressive roots. As Labour struggles with internal divisions despite its majority in the 2024 general election, figures like Ian Lavery and Corbyn himself argue that there’s a growing appetite for a genuine alternative.
And it’s not just rhetoric. Corbyn, who won re-election as an independent in 2024, has already formed an alliance with four other MPs who share his positions, particularly on Gaza. These MPs are expected to be the backbone of the new party. The former Labour leader’s recent statement makes it clear: “Poverty, inequality and war are not inevitable... Our country needs to change direction, now.”
Despite some hesitation from long-time allies like John McDonnell, who is not expected to join the new venture, there’s a real sense of momentum building. According to former Corbyn adviser Andrew Murray, this project has been in the works since Corbyn’s ousting in 2020, but recent political crises — especially around Gaza — have "turbocharged" the process. He predicts the party could attract up to 100,000 members and around 10% of the vote in early polling.
There’s still a lot to watch unfold — the leadership question, the name, the structure — but one thing is clear: Zarah Sultana’s move has set a powerful new wave in motion. For many on the left, this may be the beginning of a political realignment they’ve long hoped for. And with Corbyn’s message of "hope" at its core, this new project could offer a bold and uncompromising voice at a time when many feel politically homeless.
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