Zack Polanski suffers blow as George Galloway stands in Holborn by-election sparking furious row
- Posted on September 17, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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In brief
A significant political crisis unfolds within the Workers Party of Britain as Deputy Leader Chris Williamson announces his resignation in protest against George Galloway's unexpected candidacy in the Holborn north London by-election. This dramatic development intensifies internal party tensions and poses a substantial challenge to incumbent MP Zack Polanski's re-election prospects. The leadership dispute highlights deep ideological divisions within the party structure.
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Zack Polanski suffers blow as George Galloway stands in Holborn by-election sparking furious row
Chris Williamson resigns as Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain over Mr Galloway’s decision to contest the north London by-election
