Candidates for Holborn and St Pancras, general election 2024

On 4 of July 2024, constituents of Holborn and St Pancras will have the opportunity to vote for one of twelve candidates to become their Member of Parliament (MP). The victorious candidate will represent the interests of Holborn and St Pancras in the House of Commons.

The constituency encompasses the south and middle of the London Borough of Camden and includes the whole of the Fitzrovia East neighbourhood area.

It is currently represented by Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer, who opinion polls have forecast to become the next Prime Minister. Starmer has occupied the seat since 2015.

The 12 candidates are listed below, in alphabetical order according to surname.

The Official Monster Raving Loony Party – Nick the Incredible Flying Brick

Nick the Incredible Flying Brick is representing the Official Monster Raving Loony Party with the promise of “scrapping January and February” to “help with fuel bills and the cost of living.” The party was established in 1982 to bring “frivolity” to the electoral process.

Liberal Democrats – Charlie Clinton

Clinton is representing the Liberal Democrats. According to his statement, his primary focus is on climate change. He also believes that the housing market and the NHS require reform and argues that trade barriers with Europe should be removed. The Liberal Democrats campaign on the lines of “a fair deal”, where quality education, housing and healthcare are delivered to all. He advocates for a “balanced, stable approach” to politics and calls for constituents to vote Clinton to indicate to Starmer that significant change is required in the conduct and content of politics.

Independent – Andrew Feinstein

Feinstein has lived in Camden for 22 years and promises to structure his action in response to the requirements and interests of local people. Feinstein is running independently and centres his campaign against “austerity and corruption” in favour of “prosperity and equality”. He advocates for improved social housing and public services through redirection of tax and government funds. He stands to protect the NHS from privatisation, to stop the “genocide in Gaza”, and to “recognise Palestinian statehood without qualification”.

Independent – Wais Islam

Islam is an independent candidate who is centring his campaign upon the UK’s stance on Gaza. He calls for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian support in Palestine. He also stands for increased government investment in housing, schooling and healthcare and greater focus on crime reduction and environmental policy. Islam argues that the UK should rejoin the European Union and emphasises that the constituency was not in support of Brexit.

Independent – Senthil Kumar

Kumar is running as an independent candidate.

Conservative and Unionist Party – Mehreen Malik

Malik is representing the Conservative and Unionist Party. The Mayer Brown lawyer and pro-bono specialist aligns with the broader Conservative agenda, which promises a “clear plan”, “bold action” and a “secure future”. The party states that this will be secured economically through reduced national insurance and protection of state pensions. They propose a new form of national service and increased apprenticeships, alongside a cap on migration and increased defence spending.

UK Independence Party (UKIP) – John Poynton

Poynton, originally an accountant and consultant, joined UKIP in 2014. UKIP intends to send illegal immigrants to British Sovereign Territory abroad and reduce the current points-based system. They plan to return to traditional energy forms, eradicate commitments to net zero agreements and permit fracking. The party plans to increase defence spending, reduce inflation and increase the affordability of housing. The tagline of his manifesto states, “I bet Sir Keir Starmer £10k that he cannot stop the boats within 5 years.”

Reform UK – Dave Roberts

Roberts is representing Reform UK, the party who intend to “freeze immigration” through deportation and “stand up for British culture, identity and values”. Reform UK promises to reduce taxation and use British oil and gas to reduce energy bills. They stand against net zero and related subsidies and demand Law and Order to be restored through increased policing. Additionally, Reform UK intend to reduce NHS waitlists.

Socialist Equality Party – Tom Scripps

Scripps has been a member of the SEP since the 2008 financial crisis and has since acted as assistant national secretary. He frequently campaigns for the freedom of WikiLeaks’ Julian Assange. The fundaments of the SEP centres upon the rejection of war, epitomised in their slogan “fight against war and capitalism!’ The party associates itself with Marxism and socialist revolution, centred upon the working class. They stand against the present UK position in regard to Israel and Ukraine and intend to carve a route against war.

Independent – Bobby ‘Elmo’ Smith

Smith, a fathers’ rights activist, is running independently. He has previously aimed to “stop the war on Dads” and reform family law in a way that alters the amount of time a child from a split family can have with their father. He has advocated for increased mental health services and has spoken on the high suicide rate amongst men. He is known for dressing as Elmo in the 2015 general election.

Green Party – David Robert Stansell

Stansell, originally from West Hampstead, is representing the Green Party. The Camden Green Party aims to improve the local environment and supports socio-environmental justice. They stand against corporate finance and believe in the power of the people. The party also calls for a bilateral ceasefire in Israel and Palestine. They advocate for fairer prices on homes through rent controls, a single fare for public transport and an increased living wage.

Labour Party – Keir Starmer

Starmer, the current Holborn and St Pancras MP and representative for Labour, intends to uphold his position. Having grown up working class, he states that he “will fight for working people.” Starmer intends to introduce “tough spending rules” and “five long term missions” to boost economic growth and foster long term change. These missions include securing the highest sustained growth in the G7, working towards net zero, improving the NHS, improving access to education and creating safer streets.

General elections 2024. Information on voting from Camden Council.