After January 31, because of the time taken in the full selection procedure, a quicker system came into force. The shortlist is compiled by the National Executive Committee of the Labour Party. Lib Dem wanted The Liberal Democrats have a central approved list which hopefuls can apply to get on. Where constituencies have a vacancy they can advertise in Liberal Democrat News and would-be candidates apply. A selection committee chooses a shortlist which then goes before the constituency party membership.
Party members can also vote for their prospective candidate by post.
If a constituency has yet to select a candidate then the regional office of the party may get involved to negotiate to secure a suitable person to run.