The Labour leader endorses Diane Abbott to be Labour candidate in Hackney North and Stoke Newington.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said Diane Abbott is "free to go forward as a Labour candidate", ending days of speculation about the veteran left-winger's future.
Sir Keir has now given Ms Abbott his blessing to stand in Hackney North and Stoke Newington - a seat she has represented since 1987.
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