NEW: Labour's CAC has reversed its decision to block motions on ending the two-child benefit limit. Without an end to the two-child benefit limit, the Government's Child Poverty Strategy is doomed to fail. A statement from Mainstream's Interim Council below👇

🌹The country will not forgive Labour for allowing children to go hungry. That's why we're calling on Labour's CAC to reverse their decision to block conference motions calling for an end to the two-child benefit limit. 🖊️Sign the petition: actionnetwork.org/petitions/la...

To transform Britain, Labour must combine radical purpose with realistic method and long-term vision. That is the mission of Mainstream. We're proud to be joined by Baroness Anna Healy as a founding signatory.

Labour must hear and heed the voice of its Mainstream. We're honoured to have Former General Secretary of the Labour Party Lord Larry Whitty join us to help unlock its transformative potential.

Here's why @chartist48.bsky.social, the bi-monthly magazine of the democratic left, is backing Mainstream👇 www.chartist.org.uk/chartist-bac...

There is overwhelming support amongst the Labour Party membership for a more radical offer on tackling the major issues the country faces. We are proud to be supported by of one of Westminster’s leading champions against child poverty, Baroness Ruth Lister.

Mainstream is set on making sure Labour can defeat authoritarian populism and win the long-term transformation of our country. We're pleased to have the support of @jydenham.bsky.social, Former Secretary of State for Communities & Local Government and for Innovation, Universities & Skills.

"The Labour Party's lost." Mainstream Interim Council member Neal Lawson explaining why Mainstream is needed now as much as ever on BBC Politics Live.

We’re proud to announce that Open Labour is joining Mainstream as a founding partner. A huge endorsement for the new direction Labour needs.

Why is the tiny clique at the top of Labour so brilliant at ruling the party but so terrible at running the country?' Mainstream Interim Council member Neal Lawson looks at how the Labour Party lost its diversity of opinion for @politicshome.bsky.social

The first 1000 members have joined #Mainstream. Radical realists who believe big change is needed, and the Labour Party should be fighting for it. Get involved today: labourmainstream.nationbuilder.com/join

Never before has a group brought together the left, soft left and centre of the Labour Party to save its heart and soul. Words on Mainstream by the @newstatesman.com @georgeeaton.bsky.social.

Keir Starmer has constantly put factionalism ahead of the Labour Party and ahead of the country. Mainstream in @theguardian.com.

Want to know more about Mainstream? Join our mailing list to stay informed of our work to build an open and inclusive Labour Party with a bold programme for change. Sign up here: actionnetwork.org/forms/regist...

"There are a lot of people in the party who are unhappy about certain aspects of the direction of the Labour government." Mainstream founding signatory Michael Jacobs on @thetimes.com Radio explaining how Mainstream isn't just "another group in the Labour Party".

Mainstream is the home of a popular left with heart and vision - radical in purpose, realistic in method, united in spirit. We’re proud to welcome @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social as a founding signatory. Join us: mainstreamlabour.org

Labour must deliver for Britain, but it cannot do that without listening to voices from the whole of the movement, from first time Labour voters in 2024 to lifelong members, the #Mainstream. We’re thrilled to be backed by @delivering4crawley.bsky.social to push Labour in the right direction.

Mainstream will provide an open and inclusive space for Labour members and supporters so that its vision, values, policy and electoral strategy are representative of the whole party. We are proud to be supported in this by @chrishinchliff.bsky.social. www.mainstreamlabour.org/about

We are proud to announce @simonforstroud.bsky.social as a founding signatory of Mainstream. Together, we can create an open and inclusive Labour Party with a bold programme for change - and achieve a long-term, positive transformation in Britain. mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved #Mainstream

Mainstream strives to unlock the wisdom, talents & energy of all the Labour Party’s members and supporters to lead the change our country urgently needs. We are delighted to be joined by @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social who embodies that sprit so thoughtfully. mainstreamlabour.org/about

Mainstream is a historic moment. Never before had the left, soft left and centre of the Labour Party come together in this manner to change the direction of the Party for the better. Interim Council Member Neal Lawson on BBC World At One.

I'm proud to be a founding member of @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social

Mainstream will push Labour to be bolder by organising within the party on key economic, social, democratic and environmental issues. We are thrilled to have the support of @alexsobel.co.uk in this endeavour. www.mainstreamlabour.org/about #Mainstream

I'm one of the 700 so far. Let's be honest, Labour has a lot to do to rebuild our trust. I've debated ending my membership many times, and I understand why people have. But I do want to try and build a vision of hope, as a principled Left, for meaningful change.

There's overwhelming support amongst Labour's membership for a more radical offer on democracy, the economy, child poverty & more. We believe the voices of radical realists, the vast majority of the Labour Party, must be heard and heeded. Join us: mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

We’re blown away by the response to Mainstream so far: thank you to everyone who’s joined us. Labour's Mainstream is rising. If you haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time. mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

To transform the country and take on the populist right - Labour must offer a popular, principled and practical left politics for meaningful change. @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social, launching today, seeks to do this. Find out more in the link on the thread below.

The Labour Party can be a force for good and put Britain back on its feet - but only with bold action on democracy, the economy, child poverty & more. Sign up to help make it happen: mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

Mainstream is here to build and champion the vision, values, policy and strategy that Labour needs to make big change possible and win again in 2029. We are proud to be joined in that endeavour by Olivia Blake MP. All signatories: mainstreamlabour.org

WHAT Labour's next Deputy Leader does is just as important as WHO it is. The top of the Party is now wildly out of step with the majority of members. They must represent the whole party, not just the PLP or the leadership. Mainstream Interim Council member Neal Lawson in @theguardian.com.

One year of this Labour government has already passed, with too many missteps and missed opportunities. But we can turn the tide against the populist right and win in 2029. Sign up here: www.mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

We stand for the redistribution of power and wealth, the defence of human rights and dignity at home and abroad, the creation of a new political economy & much more. We’re thrilled to have @labourlewis.bsky.social join Mainstream as a founding signatory. www.mainstreamlabour.org/about

We are a growing movement of Labour members and supporters building a serious, transformative vision for 2029. We’re thrilled to have @paulabarkermp.bsky.social join as a founding signatory. See all signatories: www.mainstreamlabour.org/about or through our link in bio.

Labour is far out of step with its Mainstream. Its offer to the country is suffering for it. Make your voice heard. Join us: www.mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

Labour must hear and heed the voices of its Mainstream. We're honoured to be joined by @cliveefford.bsky.social, a founding signatory of Mainstream, in unlocking the transformative potential of the Labour Party. See all signatories: www.mainstreamlabour.org/about

To win in 2029, Labour needs a popular, principled and practical left vision of change. That’s what Mainstream is here to create. Join us to build and champion it: mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

Unless we change course, Britain could be the next victim of the populist right. The task now is to show that there is a democratic socialist alternative, not just in values but in action. Mainstream national coordinator Luke Hurst in @labourlist.bsky.social. labourlist.org/2025/09/main...

As we enter a new phase in the Labour Government, it's time to change things up. Introducing @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social, a new home for Labour’s radical realists. www.mainstreamlabour.org

Mainstream is serious about winning a democratic socialist future. We stand for: ⚡ Redistributing power and wealth ⚡ Defending rights and dignity at home & abroad ⚡ Creating a new political economy ..and much more. Our platform and our plan: www.mainstreamlabour.org/about

History shows what can be achieved when Labour listens to its radical realists. The NHS. Civil rights. Decentralisation of power. Workers' protections. Public service investment. Landmark legislation on climate & human rights. This tradition is needed now more than ever. www.mainstreamlabour.org

Anyone who is a Labour member or eligible to be a Labour member can become a member of @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social. Labour must put a bold but realisable offer to the country if it is to deliver real change and take on Reform UK. Join here here: mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

Today, @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social has been launched. Mainstream is a new network for Labour members and supporters who want Labour to put a more transformative offer to the country. Initiated by Labour members of Compass with help from the @openlabour.bsky.social National Committee & others.

Labour must hear and heed the voice of its Mainstream. We're honoured to have Mayor of Manchester @andyburnham.bsky.social join us to help unlock the transformative potential of the Labour Party. More here: www.mainstreamlabour.org/about

Mainstream exists to ensure that Labour hears and heeds the voices of its radical realists: the vast majority of our movement who share the public’s hunger for meaningful change. See who's with us: www.mainstreamlabour.org/about

Mainstream is a network for everyone in the Labour Party and labour movement who wants to develop and champion the vision, policy, and strategy we need to transform the country - and win in 2029. Become a member today: mainstreamlabour.org/get-involved

Mainstream is the new home for Labour's radical realists. For everyone who knows that to transform the country and take on the populist right, Labour must offer a popular, principled and practical left politics for meaningful change. mainstreamlabour.org