17th May 2007

MARTYN JONES MP BACKS HAZEL BLEARS TO BE NEXT DEPUTY LEADER OF THE LABOUR PARTY

MARTYN JONES MP (Clwyd South) today gave his support to Hazel Blears, in the contest to elect a new Deputy Leader of the Labour Party.

Commenting Martyn Jones said:

"I am supporting Hazel because it will be good to have a male/female team leading the Labour Party.

"I believe Hazel is hard working, a great campaigner and in touch with members.

"That's why I am backing Hazel for the Deputy Leadership of our Party."