Ken Livingstone launches London mayoral comeback bid

Ken Livingstone launched his campaign to be London Mayor in 2012, criticizing Boris Johnson’s transport policy in London.

Livingstone was the city’s first elected mayor, with his term of offce running between 2000 and 2008 - he was ousted by Mr Johnson.

Former MP Oona King is the only other person to officially put their name forward for the Labour candidacy.

Labour mayor candidate hopefuls have until 18 June to put their names forward and will then be whittled down to a shortlist by a panel of national and London party representatives on 24 June before a series of hustings.

An electoral college, made up half-and-half of votes by London party members and members of affiliated organisations, will then pick the candidate.

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