Sarwar would call Leonard on first day in charge in unity bid
January 30, 2021, 3:17 pm
Anas Sarwar said former leader Richard Leonard has a ‘big part’ to play in the future of the party (Andrew Milligan/PA)
Scottish Labour leadership hopeful Anas Sarwar has said he would call former leader Richard Leonard on his first day in charge in a bid to unite the party.
The Glasgow MSP also said he would get in touch with fellow contender Monica Lennon, who he said would play a “huge role” in the party’s future.
The pair took part in a virtual hustings for members in the Mid Scotland and Fife region on Saturday morning, discussing their approach to Scottish independence, child poverty and the recovery from Covid-19.