.The Green Party has selected Zack Polanski as their candidate for the by-election in Sir Keir Starmer's former seat in Parliament.

The Green Party has selected Zack Polanski as their candidate for the by-election in Sir Keir Starmer's former seat in Parliament.

Polanski, who is a London Assembly member, will stand in Holborn and St Pancras on 8 October as he seeks to become an MP.

He was voted to be the party's candidate by members of the Camden Green Party ahead of local councillor Hamza Chowdhury.

Polanski said the Greens 'might be the underdog in this election but we have the momentum and we can win'.

The seat became vacant after former Prime Minister Sir Keir announced he was standing down as an MP to focus on a role in international affairs.

Labour has held the inner London seat since it was created in 1983 and the party's candidate for the by-election is Camden Council leader Sagal Abdi-Wali.

The Green Party's selection of Polanski marks a significant shift in their strategy, as they seek to challenge Labour's dominance in the area.

Polanski has been a vocal critic of the Conservative government and has been a key figure in the Green Party's efforts to promote environmental policies.

The by-election is seen as an opportunity for the Greens to make a statement on their policy platform, which includes increased investment in renewable energy and improved public transportation.

Polanski's victory will be closely watched by Labour and other parties, who are eager to see how the Green Party's candidate performs in the election.

The outcome of the by-election is far from certain, but Polanski's selection has sent a clear message that the Greens are committed to challenging the status quo.

As the election approaches, Polanski will face stiff competition from Labour and other candidates, who are also vying for support in Holborn and St Pancras.

The Green Party's candidate is expected to focus on highlighting their policy achievements and outlining their vision for the future of the area.

Polanski has promised to work closely with local residents and businesses to promote sustainable development and improve services in the area.

The outcome of the by-election will be a key test of the Green Party's ability to deliver on their promises, and will have significant implications for the future of London's politics.

As the campaign heats up, Polanski is expected to face intense scrutiny from both Labour and other parties, who are eager to see how he responds to criticism and challenge his policies.

The Green Party has a long history of challenging the status quo