Labour body meet to plan race to replace Rayner as deputy
Summary
The Labour Party's National Executive Committee (NEC) met to set plans for a deputy leadership election after Angela Rayner resigned. Rayner's resignation, due to a tax issue, led to a government reshuffle. The process to find a new deputy leader involves several steps, including gaining support from Labour MPs and local parties.Key Facts
- Angela Rayner resigned as deputy Labour leader after admitting to underpaying stamp duty.
- The Labour Party's NEC is organizing a deputy leadership election.
- Candidates need the support of 80 Labour MPs to enter the race.
- They must also have backing from either three affiliated groups, including two unions, or 5% of local parties.
- The NEC proposes rules including hustings for MPs and deadlines for nominations.
- Dame Emily Thornberry is considering running for deputy leader.
- Rayner's resignation caused a reshuffle, with David Lammy becoming deputy prime minister.
- The reshuffle marked the first time the UK has three women in senior cabinet roles.
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