Marsha de Cordova’s departure follows reported disagreement over attendance at LGBTQ+ Labour event
Marsha de Cordova, the shadow equalities secretary, has resigned from Keir Starmer’s shadow cabinet with immediate effect citing a desire to focus on her marginal constituency.
The Guardian understands that the shadow women’s minister, Charlotte Nichols, has also stepped down for personal reasons unconnected to any political dispute. Nichols is expected to return to the frontbench in a different brief.
