Labour's Historic Loss: Green Party Wins in Manchester Stronghold

In a significant political upset, the Green Party has taken a Manchester seat from Labour, which had controlled it for nearly a century. Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed disappointment, acknowledging voter frustration and the common mid-term challenges faced by incumbent governments.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 27-02-2026 16:47 IST | Created: 27-02-2026 16:47 IST
Labour's Historic Loss: Green Party Wins in Manchester Stronghold
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In a shocking turn of events, the Green Party has captured a historically secure Manchester seat from the Labour Party, which had dominated it for nearly 100 years.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his disappointment over the by-election loss, recognizing the frustration among voters eager for change.

Starmer noted that such results are not uncommon for incumbent governments during mid-terms, but stressed the urgency of addressing constituents' concerns.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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