UPDATE: In a shocking turn of events, Iqbal Mohamed, MP for Batley and Dewsbury, has announced his exit from the embattled Your Party just days ahead of its founding conference in Liverpool. This marks the second resignation from the party, following Adnan Hussain’s departure last Friday.
The turmoil within Your Party is intensifying, as Mohamed confirmed his decision on September 29, 2025, stating, “After careful consideration, I have decided to leave Your Party and continue serving as I was elected as an Independent Member of Parliament.” His departure raises serious questions about the party’s stability before its official launch.
The controversies surrounding Your Party have escalated dramatically, with Mohamed expressing disappointment over “false allegations and smears” against him and his colleagues. He criticized the media and commentators for failing to verify claims made against them, emphasizing that they are being unjustly targeted.
Mohamed’s announcement follows Hussain’s exit, both of whom were part of the six-member steering group tasked with establishing the new left-wing party. The development is alarming for supporters, as Your Party was initially seen as a potential game-changer in British politics, attracting attention and a reported £800,000 in donations within hours of its launch.
Within the party, tensions have been brewing between co-leaders Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn. Mohamed noted that Sultana had left the Independent Alliance and the Your Party steering group on September 18, 2025. He indicated that the leadership division was a result of mistrust and highlighted the need for unity among the left to rally voters from diverse backgrounds.
The future of Your Party now hangs in the balance, with many questioning whether it can unite factions and represent the working-class communities that have long felt neglected. Mohamed, who intends to continue working with the Independent Alliance—comprising Hussain, Shockat Adam, Ayoub Khan, and Corbyn—has voiced concerns over the party’s culture, describing it as “toxic” and “exclusionary.”
As Your Party’s founding conference approaches, the stakes are high. Polls had indicated that the party could secure 10 percent of the vote share, but internal conflicts and public disagreements are threatening its legitimacy and viability. The Green Party, under new leadership, is gaining momentum and could potentially absorb disillusioned voters from Your Party’s base.
In the wake of these dramatic departures, all eyes are now on the upcoming conference in Liverpool. The remaining members of Your Party must address these fractures or risk losing the support of their constituents and the broader electorate. As the political landscape shifts, the implications of these developments will resonate throughout the UK.
Readers are urged to stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds.
