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By-Electioncast: Could Restore Britain Help Andy Burnham Win?

By-Electioncast: Could Restore Britain Help Andy Burnham Win?

Summary

A new poll suggests that Restore Britain, led by Rupert Lowe, might attract enough votes away from Reform UK to help Andy Burnham win the Ashton-in-Makerfield by-election. The poll and focus group analysis were discussed by the hosts and experts on the BBC Newscast podcast.

Key Facts

  • The discussion focuses on the Ashton-in-Makerfield by-election in the UK.
  • Rupert Lowe’s party, Restore Britain, may take votes from Reform UK voters.
  • This vote shift could lead to a win for Andy Burnham.
  • The research was conducted by More In Common, a polling group.
  • Luke Tryl from More In Common and Joe Pike, who attended a focus group, joined the podcast to explain the findings.
  • The Newscast podcast is produced by the BBC and hosted by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell.
  • Listeners can access the full candidate list and more election information on the BBC website.
  • The podcast is available on smart speakers and online platforms for daily political news analysis.
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