Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election
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Andy Burnham
Makerfield, United Kingdom
June 19, 2026
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, securing a seat in the House of Commons. The victory positions him to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the Labour Party leadership. Burnham campaigned on a platform of changing politics and addressing regional neglect.
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