Marra and Fagan to contest Scottish Labour leadership
Michael Marra and Joe Fagan have been confirmed as the candidates for the Scottish Labour leadership contest following Monica Lennon's failure to secure enough nominations. The election will take place between late August and mid-September to replace outgoing leader Anas Sarwar.
Why it matters
The leadership change is a critical moment for Scottish Labour as it attempts to redefine its political strategy and reconnect with voters after recent election results.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Michael Marra and Joe Fagan are on the ballot to replace Anas Sarwar
Michael Marra and Joe Fagan will contest the Scottish Labour leadership after Monica Lennon failed to secure enough nominations to enter the race.
Anas Sarwar triggered the contest last month after he announced his intention to stand down as both Scottish leader and MSP to join Andy Burnham's government .
Sarwar's decision came after Labour finished joint second in May's Holyrood election, tied with Reform on 17 seats each.
Party members and affiliated supporters will vote for his replacement between 28 August and 17 September.
Nominations closed at 10:00 but only Marra and Fagan met the threshold required to be eligible.
After failing to get on the ballot Lennon accused Scottish Labour of being "stuck in the past".
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