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Special Report: How the Makerfield by-election could change everything

Politics
United Kingdom
Started June 18, 2026

Whatever happens in Makerfield in the next 24 hours, the outcome will be momentous. If Andy Burnham wins, we could see him challenge Keir Starmer for Prime Minister by the end of the week. If Burnham loses, then Labour are plunged into a whole new level of existential crisis. Either way, this will be one of the most significant by-elections in British electoral history - the stakes could hardly be higher. Jon, Emily and Lewis have this special report from the constituency. What do the people ...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 18, 2026
Labour's focus on the Makerfield by-election may distract from pressing national issues, potentially alienating voters looking for broader solutions.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 18, 2026
The Makerfield by-election is a crucial moment for Labour, regardless of the outcome; it reflects the party's relationship with its constituents.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 18, 2026
If Burnham loses, it may signal a deeper crisis within Labour, highlighting the need for a complete overhaul of its leadership and policies.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 18, 2026
Burnham's win could unite the party and attract disillusioned voters back to Labour, reshaping its future and electoral strategy.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 18, 2026
Andy Burnham's potential victory could reinvigorate Labour's leadership and provide a much-needed challenge to Keir Starmer's direction.
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