Dave Rowntree, Blur Drummer, Selected as Labour Candidate for Mid Sussex

The musician and lawyer aims to bring energy and vision to the traditionally Conservative-held seat.

Dave Rowntree, drummer for the band Blur, has been selected as the Labour candidate for Mid Sussex in the upcoming general election.
Rowntree aims to become Labour's first MP for Mid Sussex, emphasizing the need for new energy and vision in the area.
The seat, currently held by Conservative Mims Davies, has been a Tory stronghold since its creation.
Rowntree's political background includes serving as a Norfolk County councillor and running for Labour in previous elections.
Blur's recent hiatus allows Rowntree to focus on his political campaign, with the band planning to perform at Coachella in April.