Controversial Pro-Gaza Candidates Win Seats Amid Antisemitism and Gender Segregation Controversies

Two pro-Gaza independent candidates won seats in a small English town north of Manchester despite controversy surrounding one candidate's antisemitic past and gender segregation in their party. The mainstream Labour Party had previously held the seats but failed to retain them. The election results have raised concerns about the impact of extremism on local politics. The winners' pro-Palestinian stance has sparked debate among residents.