I have never been a political person. I have tended to leave political parties alone  though I have felt it an absolute duty to vote. Many women suffered to get that vote, so I bear that in mind when I am tended to be cynical and not exercise mine. But being a fully paid up member of a political party has never appealed to me - until now. Zack Polanski of the Green Party changed all that virtually overnight! Since he came into my consciousness, I have watched Zack's progress with fascination and awe at the sheer possibilities that could lie ahead under his leadership. I believe that after the debacle of the empty, scandal-ridden Tory years, the need for change is now. That need couldn't be greater and it is blowing on a wind of hope towards us, which gives an exciting feeling of anticipation in the air. Through my membership and support, I felt I wanted to show the effect Zack Polanski, a virtual unknown to me, has already had on people like me (a woman and a minority) who had...

The  Gorton and Denton by-election  (scheduled for  Thursday, 26 February 2026 ) has officially moved from speculation to a high-stakes battleground.  As of today, the final list of candidates has been confirmed. The Confirmed Candidates (The 11-Way Fight) The nominations closed yesterday, and 11 candidates are officially in the running: Angeliki Stogia (Labour):  A local councillor who now has the massive task of defending a 13,000-vote majority while her own party is fighting internally. Matt Goodwin (Reform UK):  The high-profile academic and GB News presenter.   Reform is sensing blood in the water; some early polls suggest they are within striking distance of an upset. But can they do it with the Greens advancing rapidly? Hannah Spencer (Green):  A plumber and former mayoral candidate for Manchester.  The Greens are framing this as a "Green vs. Reform" fight, hoping to capture the disillusioned left-wing vote. The Rest:  Includes t...