Event Brief
Reform defends choice of Matthew Goodwin as candidate
Filed: Feb 27, 2026 at 2:05 PM ET
Summary: Matthew Goodwin, a divisive figure, was chosen as the by-election candidate after a close race.
WHO: Matthew Goodwin
WHAT: Chosen as by-election candidate
WHEN: Feb 27, 2026 at 12:43 PM ET
WHERE: Gorton and Denton
WHY: To represent Reform in the by-election
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