Hodge has often clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over anti-semitism and Brexit

Jeremy Corbyn’s row with Dame Margaret Hodge escalated last night after the MP said party members should vote for pro-EU candidates in the European elections, even if it means not voting for Labour.

Hodge has clashed often with the Labour leader on his handling of anti-semitism and his approach to Brexit.

At an event last week hosted by Progress, the Blairite think tank, Hodge was asked if she agreed with a panellist who dismissed tactical voting and said all members should vote Labour in the upcoming contest.

A leaked tape reveals the 74-year-old Barking MP responded: “No, I don’t.”

She said: “I think taking whatever action you need, within your locality, that gives you the best likelihood of electing somebody who will be a