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Green Party wins by-elections in Gorton and Denton/Labour falls to third place

2026-02-27 08:23:00, Kosova & Bota CNA

Green Party wins by-elections in Gorton and Denton/Labour falls to third place

The Green Party has achieved victory in the by-election in the parliamentary constituency of Gorton and Denton, securing a seat in Westminster for the first time through a by-election.

Green candidate Hannah Spencer was declared the new MP after a tight race, with Reform coming in second place, while the Labour Party suffered a major blow, falling to third place. Labour had not lost the constituency since 1931.

Result that shakes the political scene

The Greens' victory is seen as a clear signal of voter discontent with the traditional parties. The Gorton and Denton area has been considered a Labour stronghold for decades, which makes the result all the more significant.

In her victory speech, Spencer — a plumber turned politician — vowed to represent citizens who feel “left behind” by mainstream politics. She promised to engage on social, economic and environmental issues, emphasizing the need for real change.

Analysis: Increasingly fragmented politics

Renowned pollster John Curtice said the result showed a growing fragmentation of the vote and a more uncertain political climate than ever before in the UK. According to him, support for alternative parties is growing, challenging the traditional dominance of the two main forces.

Allegations of irregularities

On election day, some observers reported “disturbingly” high levels of so-called “family voting” at some polling stations. The local council dismissed these claims, stating that the election process was conducted in accordance with the rules./ CNA





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