Politics

UK Labour donations surged to £13 million last year

Last year was a record year for individual donations to the party, as polls tip it to win the next election

Keir Starmer, the Labour leader, takes a selfie with Rachel Reeves, the shadow chancellor, and Angela Rayner, the deputy leader. Picture: PA Wire/PA Images

Individual donations to Britain's Labour Party surged to £13 million last year, according to new figures.

Keir Starmer's party has put significant efforts into wooing wealthy donors and big business, as polls suggest Labour will return to power for the first time since 2010 after the next general election.

Last year is believed to be Labour's best ever year for individual donations, surpassing the previous record set in 2005 when the party raised £10.8 million ...