Less than a year ago Starmer argued that a mayor couldn't stand down early because of the cost to the party and the country of running an election.
Today we learn he is gonna quit being an MP.
I' not quite in the seat, but I'm close enough I could go campaign I suppose.
#ukpol #starmer #byelection
Adam Dalliance :palestinepoppy:
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