John Curtice gives his verdict on the Makerfield by-election - 'I've crunched the numbers'

The Makerfield by-election is one of the most significant in modern British political history, with Reform UK holding a formidable advantage as Andy Burnham bids to return to Westminster, pollster Sir John Curtice has said.
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Reform and Labour lock horns in Makerfield in a row over alleged money waste and tax dodging

Only 24 hours have elapsed since the Wigan borough constituency of Makerfield became the biggest focal point of national political interest.
LBC

Reform to crush Burnham's leadership bid as party 'will make history' in Makerfield by-election, Richard Tice tells LBC

The Reform deputy leader said his party will campaign heavily in an upcoming by-election in Makerfield after MP Josh Simons stood down

What do Makerfield voters make of Andy Burnham? 'I voted Reform but I could change my mind for him'

Andy Burnham has announced his intention to stand in the Makerfield by-election but Reform vow to "throw everything at it"

Dentist waits, not feeling safe & windmills… Makerfield’s residents reveal why they are ditching Labour for Reform

RETIRED engineering consultant Tony Torres thinks “King of the North” Andy Burnham is a lovely fella. And, because he has always backed Labour, you would think the party could rely on his vote at

Can Andy Burnham actually beat Reform to take on Starmer?

Can Andy Burnham actually beat Reform in Makerfield to take on Starmer? Here’s what the data shows - The Mayor of Manchester has several obstacles to overcome on the long road to Westminster

Makerfield speaks: ‘Burnham, we’re not your stepping stone!’ voters blast as they choose Reform to fix Labour’s mess

IT is the seat that could define who Britain’s next Prime Minister will be – but residents have warned Andy Burnham they are no “stepping stone”. Covering Wigan, Hindley