Party’s ruling body agrees nominations to open on Tuesday and close at 5pm on Thursday
Party’s ruling body agrees nominations to open on Tuesday and close at 5pm on Thursday
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Candidates are lining up to secure the 80 nominations they need from MPs by 5pm on Thursday in order to reach the knockout round
Candidates will need at least 80 nominations to stand chance of succeeding Angela Rayner in role
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