BREAKING: Wigan MP Lisa Nandy resigns from shadow cabinet

Wigan MP Lisa Nandy has resigned from the shadow cabinet in protest at Jeremy Corbyn's leadership.

By The Newsroom

Published 27th Jun 2016, 12:18 BST

Updated 25th Aug 2016, 20:37 BST

She resigned following a meeting with Mr Corbyn this morning.

She told Mr Corbyn she believes deputy leader Tom Watson should take over as leader.

It was believed she had intended to stand against Mr Corbyn, sparking a leadership contest.

The New Statesman had earlier reported that she would mount a leadership challenge in the wake of a series of resignations by shadow cabinet members.

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