Josh Simons & United Kingdom — Green Party of England and Wales

Josh Simons: Josh Simons is the current Member of Parliament for United Kingdom — Makerfield who announced his resignation to allow Andy Burnham to contest the by-election.

United Kingdom — Green Party of England and Wales: The Green Party is also preparing for the United Kingdom — Makerfield by-election, having shown strength in previous by-elections and local contests.

Josh Simons: Josh Simons, a former ally and Makerfield MP, publicly urged Keir Starmer to step down, stating that he had 'lost the country'.

United Kingdom — Green Party of England and Wales: The United Kingdom — Green Party of England and Wales, with Zack Polanski, lured voters away from the United Kingdom — Labour Party in urban strongholds, including gaining control of some London authorities, further weakening Keir Starmer's position.

Josh Simons: Josh Simons, a United Kingdom — Labour Party MP, publicly stated that Keir Starmer 'has lost the country' and should oversee an orderly transition to a new prime minister.

United Kingdom — Green Party of England and Wales: The United Kingdom — Green Party of England and Wales gained votes from the United Kingdom — Labour Party in recent local elections, reflecting the increasing fragmentation of UK politics.