Labour battles disaffection in crucial three-way by-election battle
Financial Times
February 22, 2026
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Labour faces a significant challenge as it battles disaffection in a pivotal three-way by-election against the Greens and Reform. Activists express concerns about Labour potentially slipping to third place, with both Greens and Reform running dynamic, populist campaigns. This election has become a critical test for Labour’s ability to retain its traditional voter base while addressing growing disillusionment.
The by-election is taking place in a key constituency, where Labour had previously held a strong position but now faces intense competition. The Greens and Reform have capitalized on voter fatigue
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Originally published on Financial Times on 2/22/2026