“Chris Kennedy was announced as the Green candidate for the Makerfield by-election but withdrew hours later, with the party citing personal and family reasons.”

Green PartyStatementMay 22, 2026Read the original

The Greens' statement on their Makerfield candidate.

Our verdict

True

Kennedy withdrew on 22 May 2026 for what the party called personal and family reasons, after reporters asked about his social media posts.

What we found

Later reports linked the withdrawal to 'false flag' posts he had shared, for which he apologised. The claim accurately states what the party said.

The evidence

1 of 2 sources support the claim; none contradict it.

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Supports the claim
The Green Party's Makerfield candidate withdrew from the race. [1]
Background
Greens drop candidate who shared 'false flag' conspiracy theories. [2]

How we checked

We checked the claim against Jewish News, LBC. We reviewed 2 relevant sources.

Sources

[1]LBC · Green Party Makerfield candidate withdraws from race
[2]Jewish News · Greens drop candidate who shared Hatzola ambulance 'false flag' conspiracy theories

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