Pro-Palestine Greens challenge Labour’s grip on Starmer’s former seat
Summary
In a by-election in Holborn and St Pancras, London, candidates from the Green and Liberal Democrat parties attended a local meeting organized by a Muslim group, while Labour and Conservative candidates did not. The election follows the resignation of Labour leader Keir Starmer from this seat, which Labour has held since 1983, and topics discussed included local issues and the Israel-Palestine conflict.Key Facts
- The by-election is for Keir Starmer’s former parliamentary seat in Holborn and St Pancras.
- Labour’s candidate, Sagal Abdi Wali, did not attend a local meeting citing a prior obligation.
- The Camden Muslim Network disputed Labour’s claim about the late invitation.
- Green Party leader Zack Polanski is running and supports a full boycott of Israel.
- The Liberal Democrat candidate, Patrick Stillman, supports Palestinian statehood but not a full boycott.
- Labour has held the seat since its creation in 1983.
- The Green Party criticizes Labour councillors for not signing a Palestine solidarity pledge or supporting pension fund divestment related to Israel.
- Housing is a significant local issue, with over 8,000 households on the social housing waiting list in the borough.
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