Gorton and Denton by-election live: Polls set to close in three-way battle between Labour, Greens and Reform

A defeat for Labour at the Gorton and Denton by-election would likely pile the pressure back on Sir Keir Starmer

26 Feb, 20:58 — 26 Feb, 22:01

Why this matters

By-elections serve as crucial mid-term tests of public sentiment and can indicate shifts in political support between general elections. A significant result, particularly a defeat for a major party, can trigger internal party pressure and reshape political narratives, impacting future electoral strategies.

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The Gorton and Denton by-election is currently taking place.
Polls are set to close in the by-election.
The by-election is expected to be a three-way contest.
The main parties involved in the contest are Labour, the Greens, and Reform.

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BBCHigh51d ago

Chris Mason: Gorton and Denton by-election could be a three-way tussle

Plenty think it could be a three-way tussle between Labour, Reform and the Greens, the BBC's political editor writes.

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The IndependentMostly Factual51d ago