Gorton and Denton byelection campaign hits final day with new poll saying it is too close to call who will win – UK politics live

The Guardian - World NewsEN 10 min read 100% complete by Andrew SparrowFebruary 25, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Gorton and Denton byelection campaign hits final day with new poll saying it is too close to call who will win – UK politics live

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The Gorton and Denton byelection campaign in the UK is concluding with a new poll indicating a very close race. The Opinium poll, commissioned by Byline Times and Forward Democracy, shows the Green Party and Labour tied at 28% among all voters, with Reform UK close behind at 27%. Among likely voters, the Greens are marginally ahead. This follows another recent poll showing a similar trend. Despite the Green's slight lead in polls, the race remains too close to call due to the margin of error. The byelection is notable because both Reform UK and the Green Party are competitive in what has traditionally been a safe Labour seat. The poll also suggests tactical voting could play a significant role, with anti-Reform voters more likely to support the Greens.

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