Electorate : 81799 Turnout : 55.35 %
| Surname | Forename | Votes | Elected | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BENN | Hilary James | 24758 | ELECTED | Labour Party |
| FARIS-WILSON | Nicola | 7791 | The Conservative Party | |
| HAYTON | Michael | 3558 | Green Party | |
| KITCHING | Liz | 330 | Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition | |
| SENIOR | Luke | 7082 | UK Independence Party (UKIP) | |
| SPRIGGS | Emma Janet | 1529 | Liberal Democrats |
Now that Ed Miliband has quit, I hope Hilary puts himself forward as Labour leader..
I agree – I can’t think of anyone better for the job. He increased his majority by 50% despite a shocking night for Labour across the board, and can’t be tagged with the Red Ed moniker or being accused of being basically a Tory wearing a red tie.
It’s a shame that I didn’t get the chance to make the suggestion to him at the count for the local elections – me and him had a good chat about various things – whilst I disagree with much of his politics (or rather those of his party) I can’t make any criticism of him personally. Faultless person.
I think Hilary Benn, would make a good Leader he is very educated and well liked!