Talking of pop stars in parliament, Blur man Dave Rowntree, known for his political passions, has confirmed he will run for parliament in the next general election. He has been selected by the Labour Party in the Cities Of London And Westminister constituency to contest the Conservative held seat next time we have a big vote. Current MP for the area, Mark Field, had an 8000 majority at the last election. As previously reported, last year Rowntree unsuccessfully stood at the Westminster City Council elections.
Feb 26, 2008
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Blur man to run for parliament
Blur's Dave Rowntree has been selected by Labour to contest the Cities of London and Westminster constituency at the next general election.