The left-wing party is split over how hard to challenge Andy Burnham, with some urging against a ‘full campaign’ against the electoral reform believer

The Mayor of Greater Manchester is seeking to prove he can beat Nigel Farage’s party in the crucial contest

Former party leaders and councillors warned the contest must be approached with 'trepidation' - as Andy Burnham's appointment could offer a 'unique opportunity'.

Party politicians and activists including a former leader have told Zack Polanski that it is in the party's interests to lend support to the Greater Manchester mayor on June 18.

Senior Green Party members called on the party to withdraw from the crucial by-election

The left-wing party is split over how hard to challenge Andy Burnham, with some urging against a ‘full campaign’ against the electoral reform believer