Holborn and St Pancras by-election gets under way
Voting is underway in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election to replace former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Fifteen candidates are competing for the seat, with polls closing at 22:00 BST.
Why it matters
This by-election is significant as it follows the departure of a high-profile political leader, potentially signaling shifts in local political representation.
Image source, EPA Published 14 minutes ago Voting is under way in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election as candidates from across the political spectrum vie to become its new MP.
About 30 polling stations - at churches and community centres - in the north London constituency opened at 07:00 BST and will close at 22:00, when a count will begin.
The seat became vacant after former prime minister Sir Keir Starmer announced he was standing down to focus on a role in international affairs .
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