ZACK Polanski, the leader of the Green Party [of England and Wales], has announced his intention to stand as a candidate in Holborn and St Pancras – following Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation.

He had pledged to stand in a by-election if one came up in London and exclusively told the New Journal he was ready to fight this one.

“I have lived and worked in this community over many years, I know it well and I love it,” he said.

“It represents so many of the things that make London so special. I am so excited by the prospect of representing this place in Parliament.”

“Holborn and St Pancras has everything that’s the best of our country and so much potential,” said Mr Polanski.

“But for too long now it’s been held back by governments who have failed to make the changes to improve people’s lives.

“We know that the Greens can win here, and by electing me, voters will have someone who will always fight their corner – never scared of big donors or the party whip. Too often Labour has stood up for corporations and big money. I will stand up for people struggling to pay their bills.”