Manchester | January 30, 2026 The Green Party has selected former mayoral hopeful Hannah Spencer as its candidate in the upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election, setting the stage for a tightly watched local contest in Greater Manchester.
Party officials said Spencer’s campaign will focus on housing affordability, transport reliability, and environmental regeneration, issues they believe resonate strongly with local voters.
“This community deserves a representative who listens and delivers,” Spencer said at a campaign launch event on Friday. “People here want clean streets, affordable homes, and a future their children can believe in.”
The by-election follows the resignation of the sitting MP, triggering a race that has drawn national attention despite its local focus. Labour is widely expected to defend the seat, but opposition parties are hoping voter fatigue and turnout dynamics could shift the outcome.
Local residents said concerns over rising rents, NHS access, and public transport delays dominate doorstep conversations.
Political analysts say the Greens face an uphill battle but could influence the narrative by drawing votes from younger and environmentally focused constituents.
Campaigning is expected to intensify over the coming weeks, with party leaders likely to visit the constituency as polling day approaches.
