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Reform names Sarah Pochin for Runcorn by-election

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Reform names Sarah Pochin for Runcorn by-election

Reform names Sarah Pochin for Runcorn by-election

Reform UK has revealed Sarah Pochin as its candidate for the Runcorn and Helsby by-election.

The announcement comes after former Labour MP Mike Amesbury resigned, having received a suspended prison sentence for assaulting a man in the street.

This marks Sir Keir Starmer's first by-election since taking office in July 2024.

Report by Covellm.

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