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- Angela Rayner has resigned as Labour Deputy Leader after a tax controversy, triggering a new leadership contest.
- Bridget Phillipson is the clear favourite to take over, priced at 4/7 with William Hill.
- Labour members will vote on the next Deputy Leader, with the result due on 25 October 2025.
Labour members will vote on the next Deputy Leader, with the result due on 25 October 2025.
Angela Rayner has stepped down from her roles as Deputy Labour Leader, Deputy Prime Minister, and Housing Secretary, following an investigation into unpaid capital gains tax on a flat purchase.
Her resignation has triggered a new contest for the deputy leadership and William Hill have moved quickly to open a betting market on who will succeed her.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is the early frontrunner at 4/7 with UK Betting Sites, indicating strong support from the party’s centre-left establishment.
Shadow Leader of the House Lucy Powell is second favourite at 13/10, while left-wing candidate Bell Ribeiro-Addy is a long shot at 50/1.
Next Permanent Labour Deputy Leader Odds
| Candidate | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Bridget Phillipson | 4/7 | 63.6% |
| Lucy Powell | 13/10 | 43.5% |
| Bell Ribeiro-Addy | 50/1 | 2.0% |
What the expert says...
How the Deputy Leadership Contest Works
Labour's internal rules for electing a new Deputy Leader are similar to its leadership process:
- MP Nominations: Candidates must secure backing from at least 80 Labour MPs by Thursday evening.
- Second Round Support: After that, they need:
- Either 5% of Constituency Labour Parties (CLPs)
- Or support from three affiliated groups, including two trade unions
- Member Ballot: Once nominations close, the final shortlist will go to a vote of Labour party members, with the result due on 25 October 2025.
While the process can allow surprise candidates to gain momentum, the early betting suggests a tight two-horse race between Phillipson and Powell.
Where To Bet on the Next Labour Deputy Leader
Markets on political betting events like this are typically available from top UK betting sites and William Hill are first out with prices on the Labour Deputy Leader contest.
If you're looking to place a wager on the outcome, check out our guide to the best political betting sites where you'll also find a range of free bets and offers for new customers.
