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1 week ago
London politics

England cricketer Monty Panesar to stand for George Galloway's party

Monty Panesar is a general election candidate for George Galloway's Workers Party of Britain, aiming to represent the working class and reduce the gap between the rich and poor. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

George Galloway sworn in as new Rochdale MP

George Galloway wins Rochdale by-election as Workers' Party of Britain MP
Labour loses Rochdale seat due to candidate's alleged antisemitic remarks [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

George Galloway makes dig at MPs as he returns to Commons

George Galloway sworn in as new MP for Rochdale after winning by-election with 40% of the vote.
Galloway arrived at Parliament and expressed mixed feelings about the building and its occupants. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

PM Rishi Sunak making statement outside No 10 - BBC News

George Galloway of the Workers Party of Britain won the Rochdale by-election with 12,335 votes.
Labour party lost in what was previously their stronghold due to controversies and accusations of antisemitism. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

Galloway echoes 2005 election speech during Rochdale win: Starmer, this is for Gaza'

George Galloway echoes 2005 general election speech during Rochdale by-election victory.
Former Labour MP criticizes Keir Starmer and vows for change in Labour-run town hall. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Europe news

George Galloway MP accuses UK of involvement in Moscow terror attack

Accusations of UK involvement in Moscow terrorist attack
Criticism of George Galloway for spreading conspiracy theories [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

Watch: George Galloway slams Labour, Tories and Budget in Commons return

George Galloway criticized both Labour and Conservatives in his first House of Commons speech, expressing discontent with their performance.
Galloway described the chancellor's Budget as an 'absolute nothing burger' that would not benefit Rochdale, the town he represents. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Galloway win makes Workers party a focus for far-left challenges to Labour

The Workers party gained attention after George Galloway's byelection win
The party aims to challenge Labour in multiple constituencies and replace them. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

Laura Kuenssberg: Chancellor Jeremy Hunt quizzed ahead of the Budget - BBC News

Smaller parties dominated the Rochdale by-election, with George Galloway winning decisively.
Labour faced challenges, including issues with candidate remarks and strong competition from smaller parties. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

Watch: Galloway directs by-election victory speech at Labour

George Galloway wins Rochdale by-election with 12,335 votes
Labour loses support over anti-Semitic comments leading to candidate's defeat [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

George Galloway's craziest moments - from Big Brother cats to Saddam Hussein

George Galloway won his seventh parliamentary victory across four decades, showcasing his mastery in winning by-elections.
Galloway's political success is marred by controversy, with his return to Westminster bringing both nightmares and admiration from political figures. [ more ]
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1 month ago
UK politics

George Galloway may challenge Andy Burnham for Greater Manchester mayor

George Galloway is considering running for the mayor of Greater Manchester against Andy Burnham
If elected, Galloway would have to step down as Rochdale's MP, leading to a second parliamentary byelection in the town [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

George Galloway sworn in as Rochdale MP after byelection victory

George Galloway sworn in as MP for Rochdale after byelection win.
Galloway's campaign focused on the conflict in Gaza. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

After George Galloway's triumph in Rochdale, urgent questions loom for Keir Starmer and the left, too | Owen Jones

Labour faces a potential threat from George Galloway's victory in Rochdale.
Tories' self-immolation led to Labour's significant lead in the polls. [ more ]
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2 months ago
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George Galloway who campaigned against Gaza war wins UK by-election

George Galloway wins Rochdale seat by 12,335 votes after pro-Palestine campaign
Galloway criticizes Labour and Conservatives for backing Israel in his victory speech [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

A total, total disaster': Galloway and Danczuk gear up for Rochdale showdown

George Galloway is holding campaign rallies in a Suzuki showroom in Rochdale.
Galloway's focus is on the Gaza issue in the upcoming byelection. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Labour's self-sabotage leaves Rochdale byelection up for grabs

Labour's own candidate in the Rochdale by-election, Azhar Ali, has sabotaged what should have been a safe Labour seat and made a George Galloway victory more likely.
Labour has withdrawn its support for Ali and he will not be allowed to sit as a Labour MP even if he wins the election. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Writing off George Galloway ignores his dangerous appeal to both far left and right | Michael Chessum

Galloway's Rochdale byelection win is not straightforward, influenced by various factors including happenstance.
Galloway's success reflected in shifting messages targeting different demographics, including social conservative values. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

What does George Galloway's Rochdale byelection win mean for the other parties?

Galloway's victory in Rochdale signifies the strength of single-issue campaigns.
Labour's division over issues like Gaza impacts electoral outcomes. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

George Galloway wins sweeping victory in Rochdale byelection, saying this is for Gaza'

George Galloway achieved a significant victory in the Rochdale byelection with 39.7% of the vote, signaling a major shift away from Labour.
Galloway criticized Keir Starmer for the conflict in Gaza and touted a movement towards a new political landscape. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Rochdale byelection live: George Galloway declares a shifting of the tectonic plates' after landslide win

George Galloway won Rochdale byelection with 40% of votes.
Labour finished fourth due to disowning candidate over inflammatory comments about Israel. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Polls close in Rochdale byelection with George Galloway favourite to win seat

George Galloway is the favorite to win the Rochdale byelection with his pro-Palestinian stance.
Labour's controversial handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict has caused division among Rochdale's Muslim population. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Rochdale polls open after election contest dominated by Gaza

George Galloway is favored to win in the Rochdale byelection after Labour's candidate was abandoned due to inflammatory comments about Israel.
The Rochdale byelection has become a referendum on Gaza, attracting disaffected Muslim voters and facing unexpected challenges for Labour. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

George Galloway's deputy Chris Williamson refuses to condemn Hamas October 7 attacks

Deputy leader refuses to condemn Hamas attacks on Israel
Controversy surrounding George Galloway's election win [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

Labour accuses Galloway of stoking fear and division' after Rochdale by-election

Labour criticized George Galloway for stoking fear and division
Galloway's Workers Party won Rochdale by-election with a significant majority [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

George Galloway: The political firebrand aiming for victory in Rochdale by-election

Labour's suspension of their Rochdale by-election candidate opens the possibility of George Galloway's return to parliament.
Galloway's controversial stance on the war in Gaza may attract pro-Palestine votes in opposition to Labour's position. [ more ]
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LGBT

George Galloway ends interview after being challenged by gay relationship comments

George Galloway refused to discuss seemingly homophobic comments on gay relationships, leading to the termination of a live radio interview. [ more ]
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Anger as controversial MP George Galloway says gay relationships aren't 'normal'

George Galloway opposes LGBTQ+ education in schools. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Monty Panesar to stand for Geroge Galloway's Workers Party at general election

Former England cricketer Monty Panesar to stand for Workers Party at general election, aiming to represent working-class people. [ more ]
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1 week ago
London politics

Ex-England cricketer among hundreds to stand for George Galloway's party

George Galloway's Workers Party is fielding notable candidates like Monty Panesar and seeking to capitalize on discontent over Labour's handling of the Gaza conflict. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

George Galloway being elected MP not good for country', Tory minister says

Greg Hands criticizes George Galloway's election win in Rochdale.
George Galloway is described as someone who does not deliver for his constituents. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

Five Labour MPs under threat at the general election due to voters' anger over Gaza

George Galloway won almost 40% of the vote in the Rochdale by-election by calling to end the war in Gaza.
Labour Party faces challenges as Muslim voters in traditionally Labour seats like Rochdale show support for pro-Palestine candidates like George Galloway. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Veteran British left-wing disruptor George Galloway wins a special election dominated by war in Gaza

George Galloway, a left-wing political figure, won a special election in Rochdale, England amidst chaos and controversy.
Galloway's victory was fueled by criticism of Labour's stance on Gaza and a call for an immediate ceasefire. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

We must face down the extremists': Rishi Sunak warns British democracy under threat

Democracy under threat from extremists
Increase in extremist disruption and criminality [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

Galloway only won because Labour didn't stand' in Rochdale by-election, says Starmer

George Galloway won Rochdale by-election as Labour did not stand
Contest was mired in chaos and controversy dominated by Gaza conflict [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK news

Watch moment George Galloway wins Rochdale by-election

George Galloway wins Rochdale by-election with nearly 40% of the vote and a 5,697 vote majority.
David Tully, an independent candidate, secures second place with over 6,600 votes. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Rish! purposefully grips his lectern but shows he has no grip of the country

Rishi Sunak's speech lacked policy and rhetorical power.
George Galloway's election is questioned as a crisis. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

The Guardian view on Labour's problem: Sir Keir Starmer cannot afford to take voters for granted | Editorial

Labour needs to listen to supporters to avoid losing strongholds
The decay in urban Britain is holding Tories responsible at the ballot box [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

Rochdale byelection confirms dissatisfaction but little else is certain

The Rochdale by-election saw a significant drop in votes for major parties, showcasing diverse voter preferences.
George Galloway's victory in Rochdale was influenced by the demographics and a history of varied electoral competition. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

Rochdale by-election shows how Gaza conflict is shaping UK politics

George Galloway is a distinct figure with a talent for voicing outrage and has represented multiple cities and parties in Parliament.
Galloway's return to Westminster highlights the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on UK politics. [ more ]
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2 months ago
UK politics

George Galloway: constituency-hopping campaigner who is rarely far from controversy

George Galloway secured a significant win in the Rochdale by-election by focusing on a single-issue campaign targeting the Muslim population.
Despite controversies, George Galloway's political career has spanned four decades with seven parliamentary wins, showcasing his resilience and adaptability. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

Rochdale: Is this the most chaotic by-election ever?

The by-election contest in Rochdale is highly unusual due to George Galloway entering the race and Labour's campaign struggles.
Mr. Galloway is targeting Rochdale's Muslim population who are concerned about Gaza, using impactful campaigning strategies. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

George Galloway wins chaotic Rochdale by-election: This is for Gaza'

George Galloway won Rochdale by-election, securing Worker's Party of Britain's seat with significant swing from Labour.
Galloway criticized Keir Starmer on Gaza conflict, holding him accountable for his role and accusing him of being similar to Rishi Sunak. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
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Reform candidate blames George Galloway for whipping up division'

George Galloway's campaign in Rochdale is accused of whipping up division and inciting threats.
Reform UK candidate received death threats on social media, potentially linked to Galloway's campaigning. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
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Rochdale voters frustrated as by-election overshadowed by antisemitism row and Gaza

Chaos in Rochdale by-election with disowned candidates
George Galloway as bookies' favorite to win [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

What next for the Rochdale by-election?

Labour's candidate for the Rochdale by-election, Azhar Ali, has been withdrawn due to controversy over his comments about Israel.
George Galloway is focusing on the constituency's Muslim community and criticizing Labour's support for Israel. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Labour's Rochdale byelection campaign engulfed in antisemitism row UK politics live

Labour candidate for Rochdale byelection apologizes for offensive comments about Israel and the Jewish community.
Labour party faces challenge from George Galloway in byelection. [ more ]
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3 months ago
UK politics

The ultimate protest against Labour': George Galloway's bid to win Rochdale

Ali Dar, assistant manager of Rochdale Chunky Chicken, is supporting George Galloway in the byelection due to Keir Starmer's refusal to back an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Galloway has been campaigning hard in the Milkstone and Deeplish ward, where a majority of residents are Muslim, and has a strong online presence. [ more ]
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3 months ago
UK politics

Ex-MP Simon Danczuk suspended for sexting to fight byelection for Reform

Former Labour MP Simon Danczuk is standing in the Rochdale byelection for the Reform party, competing against former Labour MP George Galloway.
Labour's candidate, Azhar Ali, has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, going further than the Labour leadership. [ more ]
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