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MP Andrew Gwynne Resigns, Sparks Potential By-Election Chaos

1/22/2026

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Andrew Gwynne, MP for Gorton and Denton, has announced his resignation due to health issues.
The resignation may trigger a by-election contested by Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Gwynne has been suspended from the Labour Party over offensive messages and denied plans to step down.
The by-election is expected to coincide with elections on May 7, raising concerns about Labour retaining the seat as Reform UK gains support.

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Andrew Gwynne, MP for Gorton and Denton, has announced his resignation due to health issues.
The resignation may trigger a by-election contested by Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Gwynne has been suspended from the Labour Party over offensive messages and denied plans to step down.
The by-election is expected to coincide with elections on May 7, raising concerns about Labour retaining the seat as Reform UK gains support.