The poll for the Oldham West and Royton seat vacated by the death of Michael Meacher is likely to be decided on local issues “Jim,Jim, Jim-Jim-Jim. No mention of the other fella.” That’s how one Greater Manchester councillor summed up Labour’s campaign message in Oldham West and Royton, or where a byelection will be held next Thursday.
The Jim in question is Jim McMahon,the accepted 35-year-old leader of the town council, who is hoping to fight off Ukip and hold the seat following the death of Michael Meacher last month. Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com