Union leader Len McCluskey has joined criticism of Labour’s deputy leader amid an ongoing row over antisemitism.
Mr McCluskey, who is the general secretary of Unite, called Tom Watson a “f****** disgrace” after the MP criticised the party’s general secretary over the handling of antisemitism complaints.
Mr Watson has faced backlash because Jennie Formby is undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer.
Speaking at the Durham Miners’ Gala, Mr McCluskey told thousands: “I have a simple message for Tom Watson and his pals in the media – a simple message to Tom and his pals: You should f****** well be ashamed of yourselves.
“Jennie, our message to you is that the Durham Miners’ Gala stands with you.”
The comment drew a huge cheer from those gathered at the Gala.
After the speech, he tweeted: “I’ve said it today at the Durham Miners’ Gala so I’ll repeat it here. Attacking a woman going through chemotherapy – @tom_watson you are a f****** disgrace. @JennieGenSec.”……..read more
Source: Sky News
