The Green party has pulled off a landmark victory in the Gorton and Denton byelection in a significant blow to Keir Starmer, who vowed to “keep on fighting” after the humiliating defeat. The Greens’ victory in a Labour stronghold, its first ever in a Westminster byelection, establishes the party as a serious political force and a credible anti-Reform alternative. 11:09 Is Greens victory in Gorton and Denton a turning point for UK politics? In an emotional victory speech, Spencer – who becomes the fifth Green party MP – said people were being “bled dry”. View image in fullscreen Hannah Spencer speaking following her victory in the Gorton and Denton byelection.

Source: The Guardian February 27, 2026 19:32 UTC