Labour party

American

noun

a political party in Great Britain, formed in 1900 from various socialist and labor groups and taking its present name in 1906.

Labour Party British

noun

a British political party, formed in 1900 as an amalgam of various trade unions and socialist groups, generally supporting the interests of organized labour and advocating democratic socialism and social equality
any similar party in any of various other countries

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British police on Wednesday arrested three men on suspicion of spying for China, including the husband of a lawmaker from the ruling Labour party.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

Thursday's decision marks the sixth reduction since the BoE began a trimming cycle in August 2024, one month after Britain's Labour party won a general election.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

The Labour party operates rigorous and transparent selection processes and maintains the highest standards for its candidates.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

The last time Jeremy Corbyn spoke from the stage in Liverpool's ACC conference centre's sprawling complex of glass and steel, he was leader of the Labour party.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025

Many Socialists have high hopes for a united Socialist Labour party.

From British Socialism An Examination of Its Doctrines, Policy, Aims and Practical Proposals by Barker, J. Ellis

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