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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Archie Mitchell

Keir Starmer’s communications chief quits after just nine months in Downing Street

Sir Keir Starmer’s communications chief has stepped down from his role after a turbulent nine months in Downing Street and repeated complaints about the party’s media strategy.

Matthew Doyle, who also served as a special adviser under Sir Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, is stepping down as director of communications with immediate effect. Cabinet ministers had frequently complained about Labour’s communication, including around its post-election conference last September.

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