Diane James
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Diane James was elected leader of the UK Independence Party on 16 September 2016 [1] but quit after just 18 days in the role.
James explained that despite her support from party members she was not backed by colleagues.
- 'It has become clear I do not have sufficient authority, nor the full support of MEP colleagues and party officers to implement the changes I believe are necessary and upon which I based my campaign.'[2]
She will however continue as a UKIP MEP for South East England.
Contenders to replace James include Raheem Kassam, the former chief of staff to Nigel Farage, who has confirmed he will run for the leadership.[2]
Notes
- ↑ Diane James becomes UKIP leader, BBC News, 16 September 2016. Accessed 04 October 2016.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Rowena Mason and Peter Walker, Diane James quits as Ukip leader after just 18 days in role, The Guardian , 4 October 2016, accessed same day.
