Dame Margaret first became the MP for Barking, in east London, 27 years ago in 1994.
Veteran Labour MP Dame Margaret Hodge has announced she intends to stand down at the next general election.
Dame Margaret, who has been the MP for Barking in east London since 1994, described the decision as"really tough". In a video message posted on social media, the 77-year-old former cabinet minister thanked people"for all the warmth, the friendship, the support and the love that you've shown me down the years"., Dame Margaret said they had"done fantastic things together", adding:"I love the job.
Telling her constituents that her proudest moment was beating former leader of the British National Party, Nick Griffin, in the 2010 election, she added she would always remember a speech when she"told them to pack their bags and go".Dame Margaret also reflected on how different the Labour Party is today in comparison to when she became an MP 27 years ago.
During her time in politics, she served as a minister in several departments, including education, work and pensions, and culture, and chaired the influential Public Accounts Committee.
Österreich Neuesten Nachrichten, Österreich Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Warnings of wine and spirit supply problems hitting Christmas celebrationsTrade minister Ranil Jayawardena played down Labour warnings of ‘major delays’ on deliveries due to the shortage of HGV drivers.
Weiterlesen »
Netflix just announced 5 new original TV shows, and we couldn’t be more excitedNetflix have just announced five brilliant original TV shows, including a remake of One Day
Weiterlesen »
‘Humbled’ Alex Carey added to Australia squad for Ashes opener in BrisbaneWicketkeeper will make his Test debut when series begins next week at the Gabba
Weiterlesen »
Police Scotland pays £1m to family of woman left in crashed car for 3 daysLamara Bell was found in critical condition next to dead partner and later died
Weiterlesen »
Meghan Markle Writes Empowering Letter About Justice, Bravery And Standing Up For \u2018What\u2019s Right\u2019Meghan Markle Writes Empowering Letter About Justice, Bravery And Standing Up For ‘What’s Right’
Weiterlesen »
Morning mail: Labor to unveil emissions plan, Biden and Putin talks, surge in spidersFriday: The ALP is expected to reveals its medium-term reduction target and measures related to energy economy jobs. Plus: La Niña brings more than just rain
Weiterlesen »