 Jody Dunn is the first candidate to be announced |
The Liberal Democrats have announced the first candidate for the by-election in MP Peter Mandelson's constituency of Hartlepool. Barrister Jody Dunn was chosen from a shortlist of candidates at a meeting of the constituency party in Hartlepool on Thursday.
Mr Mandelson will vacate the seat later this year after accepting a European Commissioner's post.
Labour and the Conservatives are in the process of selecting candidates.
Mallon not standing
Former television presenter and Euro MP Robert Kilroy-Silk has said he is "seriously considering" standing as a candidate for the UK Independence Party.
The Labour Party reportedly considered Middlesbrough Mayor Ray Mallon as a candidate for the seat.
But Mr Mallon said he would not be seeking any nominations because of his mayoral commitments.
The Labour candidate is expected to be announced on Friday.
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