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10 May 2015updated 25 Jul 2021 6:42am

Tom Watson MP sets up crowdfunding site for his deputy Labour leadership bid

Tom Watson has his eye on Labour's deputy leadership job.

By Anoosh Chakelian

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The Labour backbencher Tom Watson is crowdfunding for a deputy leadership bid, LabourList reports.

Watson, who has been MP for West Bromwich East since 2001 and is the party’s former campaign coordinator, would be difficult to beat. He has a lot of campaigning experience, and would have the unions’ backing.

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