Cheshire MP Mike Amesbury has been sentenced to 10 weeks in jail for assault, prompting calls for his resignation. Initially suspended from Labour for the incident, Amesbury admitted to repeatedly punching another man. Local political leaders are demanding immediate action, arguing that the constituents of Runcorn and Helsby deserve better representation. Given parliamentary rules, a recall petition can be initiated by constituents when 10% sign in favor, though Amesbury will still receive his MP salary during incarceration. Discussions around a possible appeal against his sentence are expected shortly.
A Labour spokesperson said: "Local residents deserved better and we look forward to them getting the representation they deserve in the future with a new Labour MP."
Conservative co-chairman Nigel Huddleston called on Amesbury to "do the right thing and resign", adding that constituents "deserve an MP who is able to stand up for them in Parliament."
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