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Hollie Ridley Steps Down After Labour Victory | London News
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- Jul 3, 2026
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Hollie Ridley, Labour’s trailblazing general secretary and architect of their 2024 election win, is stepping down this fall after two transformative years — citing personal reasons and paving the way for Andy Burnham’s incoming leadership. Rising from Dagenham as a young organizer fighting far-right politics, Ridley became a powerhouse campaigner, credited by Keir Starmer with building the ground game that secured Labour’s historic victory. Starmer hailed her as one of the party’s most formidable figures, while Ridley, who’s supported Burnham’s team since announcing her exit, emphasized her unwavering commitment to Labour’s future — and to the next generation of leaders. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2d08b7369a3f3dab