REBECCA LONG BAILEY has called for a “democratic revolution” in the Labour Party, announcing support for the open selection of all Labour parliamentary candidates.

At a rally in London last night, the Labour leadership contender and shadow business secretary said the party must “rip up” its “outdated” rules and processes for candidate selection, and unleash the talent of ordinary members by democratising internal electoral processes.

Ms Long Bailey said: “We need a democratic revolution – both in the country and in our party. Our party must lead by shining example.