Summary
Angela Rayner stepped down as the UK's deputy Labour leader and other government positions after a tax-related issue. Several candidates, including Bridget Phillipson, Bell Ribeiro-Addy, Lucy Powell, and Emily Thornberry, are in the running to replace her. The new deputy leader will be announced on October 25, following a voting process involving Labour party members.
Key Facts
- Angela Rayner resigned from her roles due to not paying enough tax on a property purchase.
- Candidates must secure the support of at least 80 Labour MPs by Thursday to qualify.
- The winner will also need backing from either 5% of local parties or three Labour-affiliated groups.
- Bridget Phillipson is the only current cabinet minister running and emphasizes unity within the party.
- Bell Ribeiro-Addy, aligned with the Socialist Campaign Group, calls for policy criticism freedom.
- Lucy Powell, recently removed from her House of Commons leadership role, may run.
- Emily Thornberry confirmed her candidacy, focusing on learning from past party mistakes.
- The deputy leader must be a woman, as specified by former leader Harriet Harman.
