Labour's Andy Burnham seeks victory in Makerfield byelection with strong grassroots support
Polls closed in the Makerfield byelection where Labour's Andy Burnham aimed for victory on Thursday. Lucy Powell praised the campaign's extensive grassroots effort, reporting over 3,000 activists contacted a record number of residents. Results are pending, but the Labour party remains optimistic amid a challenging political landscape.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 21:09 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 21:20 UTC
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