8legs: Gorton and denton, greater manchester, uk

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The Green Party won the Gorton and Denton by-election, marking their first parliamentary seat in a by-election at the 87th attempt.
Labour fell from first to third in a seat that had been among its safest, reflecting a major vote swing.
Swing from Labour to Greens reached 26.4 percent, one of the largest shifts in such contests.
Reform UK's presence in by-elections continues to influence outcomes, following previous gains in May 2025.
Voter turnout was 47.5%, just slightly below the general election level recorded in the same seat.
Green Party leader Zack Polanski and the campaign messaging helped propel the Greens to the lead.
The Labour campaign faced internal challenges and competition from Reform UK and the Greens.
Workers Party's George Galloway did not stand, which allowed Greens to gain more campaign space.
The result is framed as part of a broader shift to multi-party politics in the UK.
The Greens' gain affects Labour's 38th safest seat status and highlights changing voter loyalties.

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Latest: Daily Mail argues Labour is finished and warns the Right must unite for 2029.
Greens accused of courting anti-Zionism and prioritizing Gaza over constituencies.
Comment claims the Greens’ policies are radical and unpayable by wealth taxes alone.
Article argues Labour fears reflect a broader collapse of the two-party system.
Right-wing unity is proposed as the safest path to prevent a left-wing doom spiral.
Reform UK is highlighted as Britain's only hope for a majority government.
The piece notes a rebuilding Tories under Kemi Badenoch ahead of elections.
The article frames a potential 2029 right-wing pact as essential.
The author argues a left-wing coalition would be dangerous for Britain.
The piece asserts Greens’ victory signals broader political shifts with implications for Jews.

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Greens win the Gorton and Denton by-election, defeating Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin.
The result was described as historic for the Green Party and a poor night for Goodwin.
Social media highlighted reaction to Goodwin's loss and the Greens' win.
The by-election took place in February 2026 with numerous reactions online.
The Green Party's victory was celebrated by supporters on social platforms.
Hannah Spencer secured the win over Matt Goodwin in a closely watched race.
The coverage included comparisons to other by-election moments and reactions.
The piece references coverage from 5Pillars and social media posts.
The article notes the public reaction on Twitter and accompanying commentary.
This by-election result signals potential shifts for upcoming local elections.

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