Eddie is currently standing to be Labour’s candidate for Sheffield Central and has been a member of the party since 1995.She said: “I personally have never asked and never been offered a place on an All Woman shortlist.“This has been a position that I have held since joining the Labour Party in 1995.“My selection would prove once more that the dial moves further towards justice and equality in our country.“It is because of the actions of the Labour Party and our brilliant members.”Lorraine quote-tweeted the post and shared her praise with her own 750,000 followers.She penned: “Clarity - with generosity, understanding and intelligence. @eddieizzard.”Eddie visited the city in August to back its bid to host Eurovision 2023 and, since the trip, she has received support from communities in it.Maisa Claron wrote on Facebook in praise of the star: “Eddie is pure class.