Keir Starmer Mocks Reform Over Russian Bribes At PMQs

Starmer went on a Christmas-themed attack at prime minister’s questions as the Commons prepares to rise until the New Year.

The PM said: “Mr Speaker, may I take the opportunity to wish you, all the staff in parliament, every member and their families across the House a very happy Christmas.

“And a little festive advice to those in Reform. If mysterious men from the east appear bearing gifts, this time report it to the police.”

That was a reference to Nathan Gill, Reform’s former leader in Wales who was jailed for 10 and a half years last month for taking bribes from Russia.

Later in the session, Starmer also poked fun at Runcorn MP Sarah Pochin, who said in October that it “drives me mad when I see adverts full of black people, full of Asian people”.

The prime minister said: “The member for Runcorn is clearly dreaming of a white Christmas.”

Starmer’s attacks are further evidence that Labour sees Reform as their main rivals, with the party maintaining a comfortable opinion poll lead throughout 2025.