A CONSULTATION has been launched around the launch of a new party by Jeremy Corbyn.
Earlier this month, the independent MP and former Labour leader confirmed the launch of a new left party which he said would "build a real alternative" to the Labour Party.
It came after former Labour MP Zarah Sultana announced that she had quit Keir Starmer's party, claiming she would be setting up a new one with Corbyn.
The responses from the consultation will be considered alongside contributions from campaign groups, community campaigners, trade unionists and independent councillors.
The consultation asks the following questions:
- Do you support the creation of a new left party?
- Would you be interested in working with local campaigns, independent councillors and community groups in your area?
- If yes, are you already working with existing groups? If not, which policy areas are of most interest to you?
- Do you have any community organising skills, digital campaigning or event facilitating experience that could support the work of a new left political party?
In a statement, the Peace and Justice Project said: "In the past few weeks, you will have seen media speculation that our founder, Jeremy Corbyn, is involved in discussions about creating a new political party.
"As part of this process, the Peace & Justice Project will enter a period of consultation with its supporters to shape various aspects of the new party’s direction and governance.
"In the meantime, we will continue to organise peace, social justice and cultural campaigns in Britain and around the world."
The consultation is intended for supporters of the Peace and Justice Project and closes at 5pm on July 31.
In Scotland, it is understood that Corbyn's new party will have a Scottish branch.
Speaking to The National, a member of the steering group behind the establishment of the party in Scotland said it did not currently have a position on independence.
The group plans to have the party in place in time for next year's Holyrood elections.
