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Former Scottish Labour Leader Anas Sarwar Takes House of Lords Seat
The former Scottish Labour leader was made a life peer so he can serve as trade minister after quitting Holyrood.
- On Thursday, former Scottish Labour Leader Anas Sarwar was officially introduced to the Lords as Baron Sarwar of Maxwell Park, taking his seat in traditional scarlet robes and swearing allegiance to His Majesty King Charles.
- Following his resignation as Scottish Labour Leader last month, Sarwar accepted a peerage from Prime Minister Andy Burnham to serve as Trade Minister in the Government.
- Critics, including First Minister John Swinney, accused Sarwar of 'hypocrisy' and an 'appalling level of judgment,' noting he previously ruled out 'ever' joining the Lords before the election.
- Defending his decision, Sarwar claimed he took his 'fair share of responsibility' for the recent election loss, having led the party for over five years as seats fell to 17.
- A leadership race to replace the Scottish Labour Leader is underway, with candidates Joe Fagan and Michael Marra competing for the role; results are expected September 19.
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Former Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar takes Lords seat
The 43-year-old quit his role in Holyrood to take up a post as UK trade minister.
·London, United Kingdom
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