Watson has said such a system would allow former frontbenchers to return alongside Jeremy Corbyn with dignity. Corbyn, however, fears it would mean the shadow cabinet does not reflect his political views. Corbyn objected at the NEC meeting on Tuesday on the grounds that the posts would not be elected by members. Labour leadership: Jeremy Corbyn wins landslide victory Read moreMandatory reselection of MPsCorbyn insists that mandatory reselection is not on his agenda. It is claimed the party showed favouritism towards Owen Smith during the contest, and even executed a purge of Corbyn supporters to help their man.

Source: The Guardian September 24, 2016 11:03 UTC