Monty Panesar withdraws as Workers Party candidate after one week
Former England spin bowler Monty Panesar has withdrawn as a candidate for George Galloway’s Workers Party, a week after he announced he would contest the Ealing Southall seat.
Panesar took to social media today and said he needed to “take some time to mature and find my political feet” before attempting to become an MP. He said: “I’m a proud Brit who has had the honour to represent my country at the highest level of cricket. I now want to do my bit to help others but I recognise I am at the beginning of my journey and still learning about how politics can help people.
He continued: “So today I am withdrawing as a General Election candidate for The Workers Party. I realise I need more time to listen, learn and find my political home, one that aligns with my personal and political values.”
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He wished the Workers Party well: “I wish The Workers Party all the best but look forward to taking some time to mature and find my political feet so I am well prepared to deliver my very best when I next run up to the political wicket.”
