Jeremy Corbyn’s shadow cabinet: runners and riders

Who could Jeremy Corbyn invite into his shadow cabinet if elected Labour leader? Some frontbenchers are suggesting today that he could find two thirds of his shadow ministerial positions unfilled as MPs refuse to serve under his leadership. But who might say yes to an offer from the veteran socialist. These are the runners and riders who might just be prepared to join Corbyn’s inner circle:

Golden Oldies

Dennis Skinner MP for Bolsover

One of Corbyn’s earliest backers, the Beast of Bolsover is also a long-serving member of Labour’s awkward squad. Perhaps he could help out by adding jokes to Corbyn’s dry speeches: his annual Queen’s Speech gags will come in handy.

Suggested position: Deputy Prime Minister

(Mar)X Factor: 5/5

Grahame Morris MP for Easington

A key Corbyn supporter, the MP for Easington is keen to hail Corbyn’s ‘incredible political instinct’. Earlier in the year he suggested that Iain Duncan Smith should ‘learn to budget before lecturing others’ after the Work and Pensions Secretary failed to pay off his IPSA card.