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Labour Faces Defeat in By-Election Amid Low Enthusiasm

1/31/2026

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Gorton and Denton by-election risks Labour defeat, heightening scrutiny of Sir Keir Starmer.
Labour MPs are reluctant to campaign after Andy Burnham was blocked from standing.
Some MPs expect Green or Reform UK to win, citing low Labour enthusiasm.
The Green Party named Hannah Spencer as their candidate, with Green Party Leader Zack Polanski citing growing support.
Labour fears a Green victory could undermine their status as a serious alternative.

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Story summary

Gorton and Denton by-election risks Labour defeat, heightening scrutiny of Sir Keir Starmer.
Labour MPs are reluctant to campaign after Andy Burnham was blocked from standing.
Some MPs expect Green or Reform UK to win, citing low Labour enthusiasm.
The Green Party named Hannah Spencer as their candidate, with Green Party Leader Zack Polanski citing growing support.
Labour fears a Green victory could undermine their status as a serious alternative.