Overview
- Zack Polanski has declared his intention to run for the seat vacated by Keir Starmer, saying he wants to represent the local community and challenge corporate influence in politics.
- Labour is reportedly weighing Camden council leader Sagal Abdi‑Wali as its candidate to replace Starmer while former independent runner Andrew Feinstein has ruled out standing.
- No formal candidate selections have been made and no by‑election date has been announced, leaving the contest in an early stage focused on local party votes and approvals.
- The Greens enter the race buoyed by surprise local wins earlier this year but face increased scrutiny over allegations of antisemitic rhetoric by some members and controversial remarks by their leader.
- Holborn and St Pancras has been Labour since 1983 so a Green victory would mark a significant shift and could give Greens a parliamentary platform to press Labour on cost‑of‑living and corporate influence issues.