People’s Vote endorse Independent candidate for South West Hertfordshire

Mr Gauke, who has been MP for the constituency since 2005, was ineligible to stand for the Tories after losing the party whip in September when he voted against the government over Brexit.

Mr Guake said: "I’m really pleased that People’s Vote have recommended that Remain supporters and those who want to avoid a No Deal Brexit back me in South West Hertfordshire.

"This means that now all three of the major tactical voting sites have urged voters in South West Herts to lend me their support so I can fight for them in Westminster, helping to bring about a confirmatory referendum and campaigning for Remain.”

Gagan Mohindra was chosen as the Conservative candidate for South West Hertfordshire.

Mr Mohindra is a member of Essex County Council and Epping Forest District Council.

He stood in North Tyneside in the 2010 general election, finishing third in a traditionally strong Labour seat.