Tag: Keir Starmer

Labour deputy leader election: What happens after Angela Rayner quits

Angela Rayner’s resignation triggers a formal deputy leadership election inside Labour, a contest with real stakes for the government. Party members, affiliates and possibly registered supporters will vote after a nominations process run by the NEC. The race doubles as a verdict on Starmer’s direction. Policy delivery on housing, planning and workers’ rights may slow while interim cover is arranged.