Gorton & Denton By‑Election: Farage & Polanski Threaten Labour
Labour faces a tight battle in Gorton and Denton as Nigel Farage and Zack Polanski threaten to split votes.
The 26 February 2026 Gorton and Denton by‑election could see Labour lose its historic hold, with a 13,000‑vote majority holding since before WWII. Sir Keir Starmer’s decision to block Andy Burnham from standing has left voters open to alternatives. Reform UK has fielded TV pundit Matt Goodwin, while the Green Party’s Zack Polanski (who will not stand) has a loyal base, boosting Polanski’s prospects. The constituency’s mixed demographics – a Muslim‑rich Manchester area and a predominantly 90% white, working‑class Tameside region – make it a battleground for right‑wing and left‑wing populists. If Labour finishes third, it could trigger an internal party crisis. The outcome may test the resilience of Labour’s leadership and its ability to mobilise.
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