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Courts · CamdenSagal Abdi-Wali elected MP for Holborn and St Pancras
Sagal Abdi-Wali has been elected as the new Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras following a by-election. The Labour candidate, who also leads Camden Council, secured 45% of the vote. The Green Party saw a significant increase in their vote share, tripling it from the general election.
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Courts · CamdenFifteen candidates vie in Holborn and St Pancras by-election
Fifteen candidates are contesting the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, with campaigns focusing on local jobs, housing affordability, crime reduction, and climate action. Key issues raised include the cost of living, police presence, and the housing crisis.
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Met Police Arrests Amid Holborn and St Pancras By-election Clashes
The Metropolitan Police has made several arrests following conflicts during the Holborn and St Pancras by-election campaign. Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harman stated that political parties require space to campaign lawfully, as the force prepares for a challenging week with multiple planned protests.
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Courts · CamdenSagal Abdi-Wali condemns Reform UK rhetoric ahead of by-election
Sagal Abdi-Wali, Labour's candidate for the Holborn and St Pancras by-election and current leader of Camden council, has spoken out against remarks made by Reform UK's Zia Yusuf. She expressed concern that such rhetoric could deter young people from entering public life.
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Courts · CamdenHolborn and St Pancras by-election: Nine candidates confirmed
Nine candidates will contest the Holborn and St Pancras by-election on October 8. The seat, which has been held by Labour since 1983, covers much of Camden.
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Courts · CamdenEwan Cameron to contest Holborn and St Pancras by-election
Former Camden councillor Ewan Cameron has been selected by the Conservative Party to contest the Holborn and St Pancras by-election on 8 October. He will face Labour and Green Party candidates for the seat vacated by Keir Starmer.
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Community Safety · WandsworthWandsworth by-election to decide council control on August 27
Voters in Wandsworth's Trinity ward will go to the polls on August 27 for a by-election that could determine control of the council. The Conservatives currently lead a minority administration and need one more seat for a majority.
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