Makerfield prepares for important by-election

Voters in Ashton-in-Makerfield, a northern English town, could play a pivotal role in the UK’s political landscape following the resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons. Popular Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is vying for a parliamentary seat in a by-election on June 18, which could impact Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership. While Burnham has local support, he faces competition from the right-wing Reform UK party, which recently gained ground in local elections, complicating the political dynamics in the constituency.

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