Who is Hannah Spencer, the plumber and plasterer who won a by-election?

Hannah Spencer, a 34-year-old plumber, has made history by winning the Gorton and Denton by-election for the Green Party with a significant lead of 4,402 votes. Born in Bolton and a local councillor since 2023, she has campaigned on relatable politics, advocating for workers’ rights, women’s issues, and animal welfare. Her victory marks the Green Party’s first by-election win, challenging traditional strongholds like Labour and Reform. Spencer aims to address the cost of living crisis and promote unity against division in politics.

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