An MSP suspended over a sexual harassment complaint is facing an exit from Holyrood at next year’s election. Foysol Choudhury, a List MSP for the Lothians, had been selected as the Labour candidate for the Edinburgh Northern seat earlier this year.
He was later suspended over an allegation of inappropriate conduct and sits as an independent MSP. The Record then revealed the complaint was by a staffer at Holyrood an includes an allegation of sexual harassment.
Labour have today reopened the selection process and they have backed an all-women shortlist. Suspended members are also ineligible to contest selection contests. Choudhury could contest the election as an independent.
Internal party rules also state that only constituency candidates can stand for the regional lists at Holyrood. Female members who wish to be considered as a candidate for the Edinburgh seat have to apply by noon on December 9th.
A Labour Party spokesperson said: “All selections are carried out in line with rules and procedures agreed and overseen by Scottish Labour’s Executive Committee. On Choudhury, the spokesperson said: “The Labour Party takes all complaints seriously. They are fully investigated in line with our rules and procedures, and any appropriate action is taken.” Choudhury was contacted by email.
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