Labour's Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, signaling challenges for Albanese
Labour's Andy Burnham won a decisive by-election in Makerfield, UK, on Thursday, signaling challenges for Australia's Anthony Albanese. Burnham's focus on local issues overshadowed Reform UK's immigration emphasis, led by Robert Kenyon, a distant second. Analysts suggest that the results may offer lessons for Albanese as right-wing populist sentiments rise in both countries.
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Published 21 Jun 2026, 02:29 UTC · Updated 21 Jun 2026, 02:40 UTC
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