This councillor wants to topple Sir Keir Starmer. She may get her wish
- Posted on April 3, 2026
- By The Times
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In brief
Camden's political landscape faces significant upheaval as local elections approach in May. Green councillor Lorna Jane Russell represents a growing environmental movement challenging Labour's traditional dominance in the Prime Minister's constituency. The anticipated electoral shift could reshape local governance and signal broader dissatisfaction with incumbent policies, potentially weakening Labour's grip on this strategically important London borough.
This councillor wants to topple Sir Keir Starmer. She may get her wish
Lorna Jane Russell is the only Green in Camden but a looming earthquake in May’s local elections could mean Labour loses power in the prime minister’s backyard