Labour’s worst fears realised by Greens’ victory in Gorton and Denton byelection

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Kiran StaceyPolicy editorFebruary 27, 2026 at 08:42 AM

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The Green Party achieved a significant victory in the Gorton and Denton byelection, securing their first northern seat and fifth Westminster MP. Hannah Spencer won with a 4,402-vote majority over Reform. This result is the Green's best byelection performance to date, with a 41% vote share. Political analysts suggest this win signals to progressive voters that Labour is not the only option to defeat Reform, potentially impacting Labour's support in key areas. The loss highlights a decline in Labour's traditional support from white, working-class voters and ethnic minorities, with Starmer's stance on Gaza cited as a factor in the shift among Muslim voters. The Green Party strategically targeted Muslim voters during their campaign.

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Strathclyde University 30% Zohran Mamdani 30% Marine Le Pen 40% Emmanuel Macron 40% John Curtice 50% Luke Tryl 50% Keir Starmer ×250% Reform UK ×360% Hannah Spencer ×270% Gorton and Denton ×480% Green Party ×890% Labour Party ×990%

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