In a surprising turn of events, Rishi Sunak has faced a double by-election defeat in two safe Tory seats, with Labour and the Liberal Democrats both overturning majorities of around 20,000.
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Labour’s Keir Mather emerged as the victor in the Selby and Ainsty by-election, securing 16,456 votes and a majority of 4,161. At just 25 years old, Mather is set to become the youngest member of the House of Commons, earning him the moniker “baby of the house.” Celebrating his win, Mather expressed his belief that the Conservative government has let down the people, emphasising the need for a fresh start. Party leader Sir Keir Starmer praised the historic result, stating that it reflects Labour’s renewed focus on the priorities of working people with an ambitious, practical plan to deliver change.
