Jeremy Corbyn plans to spend the next two months “embedding a socialist narrative” and “ensuring a Corbyn legacy” so his radical politics are locked into Labour’s future whoever succeeds him.

A leaked strategy document obtained by The Sunday Times reveals that Corbyn has even drafted plans for a symbolic visit to Baghdad to promote “anti- imperialism” and show that there can never again be a return to Blairite politics.

The Labour leader will focus on “inspiring young people”, visiting the “red wall” of seats in the north and Midlands, and championing “solidarity struggles” abroad prior to stepping down in April.

Last night, critics said the plan showed Corbyn was working to help Rebecca Long Bailey, the left’s “continuity candidate”, in the race. She is