Pauline Latham, MP for Mid-Derbyshire, says 'the time is right to step aside from frontline politics'
In her letter, Mrs Latham said a recent milestone birthday had encouraged her to think "long and hard" about her future and representing Mid-Derbyshire had been "the privilege of my political life".
The former mayor of Derby, who was elected to Parliament in 2010, said she "finally decided" not to contest her seat again. "Life can be tough when families are separated each week and I think it is time I put them first," she said. Mrs Latham said stepping down would not only "allow fresh ideas and experiences" into the Commons, but also allow her to dedicate herself to campaigning for better patient outcomes for aortic dissection - a rare medical condition that her son, Ben, died from in 2018.Belper Mills, which is at risk of losing its world heritage statusThe former Derby city councillor also highlighted her fondest memories and achievements, including being awarded the Ukrainian Order of Merit in 2020.
She said her "greatest affinity" was for her constituents and she would continue to "work hard as ever" for them until her retirement.Follow BBC East Midlands on
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