Labour's Andy Burnham won the Makerfield parliamentary by-election on Friday, defeating Reform UK candidate Rob Kenyon and returning to Westminster after years as Greater Manchester mayor. The victory strengthens Burnham's position as a potential successor to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as speculation grows over Labour's future leadership.
Starmer rival Burnham wins Makerfield as Labour leadership speculation grows
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Fri 02:27 - France 24
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Fri 03:58 - DW All
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Fri 03:58 - DW Top
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Fri 04:04 - BBC Politics
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Fri 04:35 - BBC Headlines
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