Green MP insists party will still stand in Makerfield despite calls from senior members to step aside
The Green Party has confirmed it will participate in the Makerfield by-election despite internal calls to withdraw. Ellie Chowns, the party's Westminster leader, emphasized the importance of contesting the election. Senior members had suggested stepping aside to support Labour's Andy Burnham if he commits to proportional representation.
- ▪Ellie Chowns stated that the Green Party will still stand in the Makerfield by-election.
- ▪Senior Green Party members have called for the party to withdraw to help Labour's Andy Burnham.
- ▪Chowns disagreed with the calls, asserting that the party exists to contest every election.
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