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politics1 year ago

"Pro-Palestinian Firebrand Politician's Victory Deals Blow to UK Labour Party in Byelection"

Pro-Palestinian firebrand George Galloway wins the UK byelection in Rochdale, dealing a blow to the main opposition Labour Party, which lost one of its safest parliamentary seats. Galloway's victory comes after Labour withdrew support from its candidate over controversial comments about Israel, creating an opportunity for Galloway to appeal to the constituency's large Muslim population. The election outcome highlights the need for proper candidate screening and sends a warning to Labour leader Keir Starmer ahead of the upcoming general election.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#byelection#george-galloway#labour-party
politics2 years ago

"Former Energy Minister Chris Skidmore Resigns as Tory MP Over Sunak's Oil and Gas Strategy"

Chris Skidmore, a Conservative MP, has announced his resignation over the UK government's plans to guarantee annual oil and gas licensing rounds, which he believes contradicts the country's climate commitments. His departure triggers a by-election in his Kingswood constituency and adds to the challenges faced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Skidmore, who was instrumental in signing the UK's 2050 net zero commitment into law, criticized the bill for undermining the UK's climate leadership. Opposition parties have commented on the situation, with Labour's Ed Miliband supporting Skidmore's decision and the Liberal Democrats and Green Party criticizing the government's environmental track record.

via BBC.com|
##byelection#chrisskidmore
politics2 years ago

"U.K. MP Scott Benton's Lobbying Scandal Triggers Suspension and Potential By-Election"

MP Scott Benton is facing a 35-day suspension from parliament after being caught in a lobbying scandal. Undercover reporters posing as representatives of a fake investment fund recorded Benton offering to lobby ministers on behalf of the gambling industry and leak a confidential policy document for a monthly fee. The Commons standards committee deemed his actions an "extremely serious breach" and recommended the suspension. If approved, this could lead to a byelection in Benton's constituency of Blackpool South, a former Labour stronghold. Labour has already selected a candidate and hopes to win the seat.

via The Guardian|
#byelection#gambling-industry#lobbying-scandal