[Jo Cox’s sister chosen as Labour candidate in
by-election for murdered MP's former seat
Kim Leadbeater, 44
will defend the seat once held by
her sister, after Tracy Brabin was
elected as West Yorkshire metro mayor.
She said: "I am overwhelmed and humbled
by the support and faith from members
in Batley and Spen. I'm ready to hit
the ground running and take
Labour's campaign to local people."
Speaking at the meeting in the constituency,
Ms Leadbeater added: "I'm a proud Yorkshire woman
and have lived in Batley and Spen all my life.]
[A date for the by-election has not yet been set,
but it is thought Labour is considering
holding it on 22 July, the day the Commons breaks
up for the summer recess.]
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