Quite a move for a UK party to bar someone who was leader only a few years ago.

I'm no fan of his, but mainly because of the general toxicity and baggage that comes with him. It does seem somewhat harsh perhaps. And I'm not sure it's wise. Labour are on the road to power in a few years and this potentially risks it.

Many people (myself included) are more likely to vote Labour without him in charge but I'm not sure that barring him from standing changes that likelihood, whereas for many left wingers it will, esp if there is momentum behind him (and others?) standing as independents.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-65102128