Home branch backs Jurečka to challenge Bělobrádek for leadership of Christian Democrats

Agriculture Minister Marian Jurečka has been nominated for the post of chairman of the Christian Democrats by his local party branch in the Moravian town of Přerov, perhaps paving the way for a leadership challenge against Pavel Bělobrádek. Mr. Jurečka, who is currently deputy chairman of the Christian Democrats, said he would reveal more about his plans on Tuesday, iDnes.cz reported. The smallest party in the governing coalition will hold a congress in Zlín on May 23 and 24.

Author: Ian Willoughby