‘Turning point’: UK’s Starmer braces for showdown after potential challenger aces byelection
Labour’s Andy Burnham won a special election for the Makerfield seat, positioning him as a challenger to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham secured nearly 55 percent of the 45,510 votes, significantly outperforming opponent Rob Kenyon. His victory speech emphasized a need for unity and fresh direction within the Labour Party amid Starmer's declining popularity.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 03:10 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 03:20 UTC
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