Jeremy Corbyn to stand as independent at general election
by Aletha Adu Political correspondent from World news | The Guardian on (#6N1FX)
Former Labour leader confirms he will stand as an independent candidate in Islington North
Jeremy Corbyn has confirmed he will stand as an independent candidate in Islington North, vowing to fight for equality, democracy and peace.
The former Labour leader, who has held the seat for more than 40 years, says he will defend policies that have not been adopted by Labour or the Conservatives, including rent controls and the abolition of the two child benefits cap.
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