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Labour's Historic Ties with Working-Class Voters Under Threat

2/27/2026

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Labour historically relied on consistent support from working-class voters and minority groups in the Gorton and Denton constituency.
Those demographics were significant within the constituency and supported Labour's lead there for years.
The same groups had been strongholds for Labour nationwide until recently.
The summary portrays a long-standing tie between Labour and these groups.

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Story summary

Labour historically relied on consistent support from working-class voters and minority groups in the Gorton and Denton constituency.
Those demographics were significant within the constituency and supported Labour's lead there for years.
The same groups had been strongholds for Labour nationwide until recently.
The summary portrays a long-standing tie between Labour and these groups.