There have been dramatic scenes at a meeting of Labour’s ruling body this afternoon as Jeremy Corbyn's future hangs in the balance.
The party’s national executive committee is holding a special session to determine whether Mr Corbyn will automatically be on the ballot paper of any leadership contest if someone challenges him.
Citing sources inside the meeting, Channel 4 News reports that Mr Corbyn, who sits on the NEC by virtue of his position as leader, was asked to leave the room – but refused.
The request for him to leave came after the NEC voted by 17-15 in favour of asking the question regarding the ballot paper as a secret ballot.
Sky News later reported that Mr Corbyn vacated the room after having first refused to do so.
The decision about whether Mr Corbyn will automatically be on the ballot paper will be revealed later this evening.
Separate sets of legal advice have reportedly backed both opinions.
Mr Corbyn's supporters are thought to have a narrow majority on the NEC.
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