Abbott Confirms She Will Stand In Next Election

Diane Abbott suspended by Labour following Observer letter

Abbott confirms she will stand in next election

Diane Abbott has been suspended as a Labour MP pending an investigation into a letter she wrote about racism to the Observer, the party has said.

Abbott: 'I want to remain an MP for as long as possible'

The former shadow home secretary said she "deeply regrets" the contents of the letter, in which she claimed the party was "institutionally racist". She has said she will stand as the Labour candidate in her London constituency at the next election.

"I want to remain an MP for as long as possible," she told the BBC. "I think I have a lot to offer my constituents."

The Labour Party said it would investigate the matter "fully and fairly".

In a statement, the party said: "We expect the highest standards of conduct from all our elected representatives. We will not tolerate racism or any form of discrimination within our party."

Abbott has been a controversial figure in the Labour Party for many years. She has been criticized for her views on a range of issues, including immigration, crime, and welfare.

However, she has also been praised for her work on behalf of her constituents and her commitment to social justice.

The suspension of Abbott is a significant development in the Labour Party's ongoing row over racism. The party has been accused of mishandling allegations of anti-Semitism and of failing to create a welcoming environment for black and minority ethnic members.

The suspension of Abbott is likely to further damage the party's reputation and could lead to further divisions within the party.