Polls close in historic Makerfield byelection that could see Andy Burnham elected and pave way for end of Starmer – UK politics live
Summary
Polls have closed in the Makerfield byelection, where Andy Burnham could win a seat and possibly challenge Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party. The campaign saw strong efforts from both Labour and Reform UK, with a large number of volunteers and voter contacts made.Key Facts
- The Makerfield byelection could lead to Andy Burnham entering parliament again.
- Andy Burnham is considering a leadership run against Labour leader Keir Starmer.
- Reform UK's candidate Robert Kenyon expressed confidence in getting many votes.
- Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell highlighted a record number of voters contacted during the campaign.
- Around 3,000 Labour activists worked on the campaign, making 120 contacts per minute at peak times.
- Andy Burnham brought in top economists to advise him, including a former Bank of England chief economist.
- Campaign messages from both main candidates thanked voters and supporters after polls closed.
- The byelection followed recent general election results in Makerfield, Aberdeen South, and Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.
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