Labour peer Peter Mandelson's suggestion that Keir Starmer should 'shed a few pounds' to improve Labour's election chances has sparked controversy. Various reactions, including from Wes Streeting and Darren Jones, have criticized the 'fat-shaming' remarks. The issue has led to debates on the importance of appearance in politics and the ethics of such comments.
Is it right for the Chancellor to fat-shame in the House of Commons? Jeremy Hunt has been accused of 'fat-shaming' Sir Keir Starmer during his Budget speech on Wednesday. The Chancellor sparked a backlash when he made comments about the Labour leader’s weight. https://t.co/Z9cmrFNYQK
Why does slim equal success in the world of politics? MPs who 'shed a few pounds' appear more dynamic with energy for a relentless job in judgemental social media age, say experts - as Keir Starmer is told to lose weight https://t.co/8PezDVv1HL https://t.co/ajfyNpALIn
After Keir Starmer was urged to 'shed a few pounds' by Labour's Peter Mandelson, how does the leader's lifestyle shape up against Rishi Sunak? https://t.co/OgSVMUrcPr https://t.co/9LaRU8rQ2x
Lord Peter Mandelson has been accused of ‘fat-shaming’ Keir Starmer, saying he needs to “shed a few pounds” before the election. Alex Salmond: “I have so little time for people who get offended because someone else has made a commentary on them!” @JuliaHB1 | @AlexSalmond https://t.co/GKlPoG0EE6
Peter Mandelson rebuked over ‘fat shaming’ remarks at Keir Starmer https://t.co/5cj0QmOTzC
Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Darren Jones reacts to Peter Mandelson telling Sir Keir Starmer to 'shed a few pounds' before the next election. "He's fit, he’s fighting for the country, he's ready for the general election - as we all are in the Labour Party!" https://t.co/EFyNOTXqTW
Keir Starmer 'fat-shamed' by Labour peer who told him to 'shed a few pounds' to improve chances of winning https://t.co/XACYfONlAp
'People in glass houses shouldn't throw stones...' Wes Streeting responds to Labour Peer Peter Mandelson's suggestion that if Keir Starmer were to 'lose a few pounds,' it would help Labour win the election. @AndrewMarr9 https://t.co/2sGMTHRhbh
"People in glass houses, Peter shouldn't throw stones..." @WesStreeting responds to Labour peer Peter Mandelson's suggestion that if Keir Starmer were to 'lose a few pounds,' it would help Labour win the election. @AndrewMarr9 https://t.co/SucDhUgqqw
“Keir Starmer needs to shed a few pounds and that would be an improvement.” Clothes and appearances are “not unimportant” in politics, says Peter Mandelson. 🗳️ How To Win An Election 🎧 https://t.co/WtxvdGVSj4 @Dannythefink | @PollyMackenzie | @MattChorley https://t.co/f66lVdpv2Y