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Zack Polanski selected as Green Party candidate for Starmer's seat

September 11, 2026 Zack Polanski Green Party Holborn and St Pancras United Kingdom

The Green Party selected Zack Polanski as its candidate for the Holborn and St Pancras byelection on September 11, 2026, positioning a two-candidate race between the Greens and Labour for Prime Minister Starmer's former seat. The Green Party leader described the contest as winnable despite being the underdog.

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Zack Polanski selected as Green candidate in two-horse race with Labour for Starmer’s former seat

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The byelection will pose early test for Andy Burnham’s popularity with the public

Polanski selected as Green Party candidate for Starmer's former seat

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The Green Party leader said the party is the "underdog" in Holborn and St Pancras but "can win".