Politics · 28 January 2026
Farage and Polanski Could Deal Major Blow to Labour in Crucial By-Election
In the Gorton and Denton by-election, Labour faces intensified pressure from both Nigel Farage’s Reform UK — capitalising on anti-establishment sentiment — and Zack Polanski’s Green Party, which is drawing left-leaning support. The contest threatens Labour’s hold on a historically secure seat, raising questions about Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership and strategic direction. Internal party tensions and external challenges from right and left forces could reshape the UK’s political landscape ahead of national polls.
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