Tag: Rochdale

George Galloway wins Rochdale in by-election mired in controversy

George Galloway has won the Rochdale by-election after a controversial and chaotic campaign. Mr Galloway’s campaign team claimed early on in the night that the former Labour and Respect MP would win “comfortably”, and so it proved. The Workers Party of Great Britain leader received just under 40 per centof the vote. In his victory […]

What next for the Rochdale by-election?

When the Rochdale by-election was called following the death of the town’s MP Sir Tony Lloyd, it was clear there would be an eventful few weeks ahead. But who could have predicted the twists and turns we’ve seen so far? The furore over Labour’s now withdrawn candidate Azhar Ali has meant all bets are off […]