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3 unusual facts about John Marek Independent Party


John Marek Independent Party

It was formed in March 2003 by John Marek, who was deselected by Labour over his criticisms of its perceived rightward march.

It stood for the May 2003 elections to the National Assembly for Wales on a left-wing platform that included public ownership of the railways and greater powers for the Assembly.

During its existence the JMIP forged strong links with the Scottish Socialist Party, and Tommy Sheridan spoke at its Summer Gathering in August 2003.



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