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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, defeating Reform UK by more than 9,000 votes with nearly 55% of the vote.
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The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor held off a challenge from Reform UK, behind by more than 9,000 votes.
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Andy Burnham not only retained the share of the vote Labour won in the seat in 2024 but increased it.
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Charismatic, northern and exuding a relaxed optimism, Mr. Burnham is a contrast to Keir Starmer. His allies hope he could mend Labour's relationship with voters.
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Andy Burnham, Labour's most popular politician, beat the populist right-wing Reform U.K. party in the Makerfield by-election. The decisive victory will energize his bid to become prime minister.
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