Scottish Labour Leader Race Heats Up | Glasgow News

Scottish Labour is in a leadership crunch after Anas Sarwar stepped down to join the House of Lords — just months after a disappointing election. Three contenders are vying to lead: finance spokesperson Michael Marra, former council leader Joe Fagan, and Monica Lennon, who may need more backing to officially run. Nominations close Monday at 10 AM, requiring support from MSPs, MPs, and unions. After hustings, voting begins August 28 and ends September 17, with the winner announced September 19. All candidates agree the party needs urgent renewal — Lennon calls it its “worst ever crisis,” Marra wants to restore moral direction, and Fagan pledges to reconnect with working people. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/28feb7782feac14b