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Lib Dems Select Jackie Pearcey for Gorton By-Election

1/30/2026

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The Liberal Democrats have selected Jackie Pearcey as candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election on February 26.
Pearcey, a local campaigner and regional Lib Dem president, aims to tackle cost of living and NHS improvements.
She calls for change from the Labour government.
Sebastian Moore, the SDP's north west chair, is their candidate, advocating housing improvements and job creation.
The Greens are expected to announce their candidate later today.

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The Liberal Democrats have selected Jackie Pearcey as candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election on February 26.
Pearcey, a local campaigner and regional Lib Dem president, aims to tackle cost of living and NHS improvements.
She calls for change from the Labour government.
Sebastian Moore, the SDP's north west chair, is their candidate, advocating housing improvements and job creation.
The Greens are expected to announce their candidate later today.