Stoke Central Conservative MP, Jo Gideon, has announced she will stand down at the next general election today (9 February).

She has been an MP since December 2019.

In her Twitter post, she wrote: "I have not come to this decision lightly. I have invested much time and love in my work as the Conservative Member for Parliament for this city that I care deeply about. I will continue to do so until the next General Election.

"I have championed small local businesses, charities, community groups and the ceramics industry. I have, together with the other two Stoke MPs secured well over £100 million for projects which will ensure better transport, more jobs and new homes in the city in years to come.

"It has been a privilege to champion Stoke-on-Trent Central, and to represent my residents in Parliament. It is a privilege to serve with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and a Conservative party that understands the needs of areas like ours. I pledge that we will continue to deliver on our commitments to the people of Stoke."

The next election is due to take place in May.

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