The by-election has to take place between 21 and 27 working days from the issuing of the writ
The former Conservative politician had been standing as an independent following an investigation by parliamentary authorities. Last month, MPs approved a motion to suspend Benton from the Commons
Now, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a by-election challenge within weeks after the Government formally triggered the contest to replace Benton. Business in the House of Commons today started with Government Chief Whip Simon Hart issuing the writ for the vacant seat of Blackpool South., suggesting it will take place on May 2 – the same day as local elections.
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