Westminster Parliamentary Candidate Application Form
Applications for the candidate selection for the Gorton and Denton by-election are now open. If you wish to apply, please do so by submitting an application using the form below. All applications must be received by 23.59, Sunday 25th January 2026.
All potential candidates must have at least 12 months membership as of 23 January 2026.
| Action | Date |
| Applications Open | Friday 23 January 2026 |
| Deadline for prospective candidates to seek NEC permission pursuant to Chapter 5, Clause IV.2 of the Rules* | Saturday 24 January (5pm) |
| Application Close | Sunday 25 January (23.59) |
| Selection panel longlisting | Monday 26 January |
| Selection panel shortlisting interviews | Tuesday 27 January |
| Hustings and selection meeting NEC endorsement of candidate | Saturday 31 January |
