By Maria Zaccaro, Local Democracy Reporter
Cllr Christopher Hammond, former leader of Southampton City Council, is standing down as leader of the city’s Labour party.
He’ll continue to represent Woolston ward, which he’s done for the past eight years.
Hammond, pictured, was elected Labour and council leader in 2018.
He said: “In this crisis, our council has kept services running, supported the most vulnerable, clearly communicated with residents, and fought for Southampton when the Government let us down.
“We’ve achieved big things for the city and invested in our residents priorities. The incoming Conservative administration inherits a rejuvenated council with a credible plan to build back a city that is greener, fairer and healthier.”
A new Labour leader is expected to be elected in the coming weeks.
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