Angela Rayner’s mother, Lynn Bowen, has boldly declared her daughter will become Prime Minister “soon”. Not putting Sir Keir QC at ease…

Speaking to ITV’s Paul Brand, Bowen revealingly said:

“She could do it now if she wanted, she’s just not going to tread on her mates toes. That’s why she’s not going for it, but I reckon, watch this space…”

“She’ll be the Prime Minister soon, watch out Boris you won’t be there for long!”

Many in Labour have whispered the Long-Bailey-Rayner ticket was the wrong way round, and if Angela had gone for the top job herself she would have given Sir Keir more of a run for his money. The truth is, Rayner isn’t dense enough to think Labour can win in 2024 and is biding her time…