MP Geoffrey Robinson reselected to fight for Coventry seat

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Long-standing Coventry North-west Labour MP Geoffrey Robinson has been reselected to fight for his seat at the next general election.



Mr Robinson, who is 75, has been sitting MP since 1976. If voted in again at the next election – expected to be May next year – it means he could serve as an MP until the age of 80.

There had been much speculation by political commentators that he would stand down ahead of the next general election – with Tony Blair’s eldest son Euan being tipped as a possible successor.

But Mr Robinson had always insisted it was his intention to stand again.

Coun Phil Townshend, Coventry North-west constituency chairman, said: “Labour party members have always been impressed by his dedication to the Coventry North-west constituency.

“Time after time, he has shown himself willing to go the extra mile to do battle for residents on issues big and small. I know that Geoffrey is liked and well respected throughout Coventry and we are very proud to have him as our MP.”

Mr Robinson issued a statement saying: “Being an elected Member of Parliament has been an enormous privilege and my first and overriding privilege has always been to represent Coventry.

“I am extremely grateful to the members of Coventry North-west constituency Labour Party for reselecting me to fight the next General Election.

“I know that there is still more we need to do to face the difficulties in the future and I am delighted to have been given the opportunity.”