Summary
The Workers Party of Britain has chosen Shahbaz Sarwar as their candidate for the upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election in Greater Manchester. This by-election follows the resignation of Andrew Gwynne due to health issues. The election date is not yet set.
Key Facts
- Shahbaz Sarwar is the candidate for the Workers Party of Britain in the Gorton and Denton by-election.
- Sarwar is currently a councillor in Manchester City Council, representing the Longsight ward.
- The by-election was triggered by Andrew Gwynne's resignation due to health issues.
- Andy Burnham wanted to run as Labour's candidate but was blocked by Labour's National Executive Committee.
- In the July 2024 general election, the Workers Party received 10.3% of the votes in the area.
- Reform UK has selected Matt Goodwin, a GB News presenter, as their candidate.
- The date for the by-election is yet to be determined.
