Overview
- Karl Turner, the MP for Kingston upon Hull East, was told Tuesday by Chief Whip Jonathan Reynolds that he had lost the Labour whip following his recent conduct.
- Turner said he received no formal notice and that reporters appeared to learn of the move before him.
- Party sources linked the step to conduct warnings and a podcast with Jody McIntyre, and Turner argues it is really about his attacks on the jury‑trial plan.
- The Courts and Tribunals Bill would end jury trials for offences expected to draw three years or less, with a single crown court judge or magistrates hearing those cases.
- He now sits as an independent MP, and the party says the suspension will be reviewed at a later date.