Owen Jones in the South East
Synopsis
Labour candidate Rosita won the Canterbury seat by the narrowest of margins in 2017, facing challenges from shifting voter loyalties ahead of the election.
Synopsis
Rosita, the Labour candidate in Canterbury, discusses her narrow victory in 2017 and the challenges ahead in the upcoming election. Owen Jones travels through the southeast, including Hastings and Rye, to assess Labour's prospects. He notes that winning seats in this region is crucial for unseating Boris Johnson. Rosita describes the changing demographics of Canterbury, with more students and a diverse population. She expresses concern that former Labour supporters may shift their votes to the Liberal Democrats, complicating Labour's campaign strategy.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Rosita, the Labour candidate in Canterbury.
- Find out how Brexit affects local voting patterns.
- See the impact of student demographics on elections.
Did You Know
- Labour won the Canterbury seat by the narrowest of margins in 2017.
- Canterbury has seen a demographic shift with more students moving in.
- High unemployment exists in Canterbury despite its prosperous image.
- The former Tory MP led the Leave campaign during Brexit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the outcome of the 2017 election in Canterbury?
Labour won the Canterbury seat by the narrowest of margins in 2017.
What demographic changes have occurred in Canterbury?
Canterbury has seen an increase in students and a more diverse population.
What is the current political challenge for Labour in the southeast?
If Labour does not win seats in the southeast, they are unlikely to remove Boris Johnson from number 10.
What are people saying?
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