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Reform cannot win a general election – and Makerfield has shown us why

ANALYSIS: Political editor David Maddox explains why the crushing by-election defeat shows that the Reform bubble has burst

The Independent UK

Makerfield by-election – in numbers: How Andy Burnham stormed to victory in the decisive contest

The Manchester politician has bucked a trend of declining support for Labour – and political allies will be taking note

The Independent UK

Makerfield by-election results in full: How many votes for each candidate as Andy Burnham secures victory

The turnout of Thursday’s by-election was greater than that of the 2024 general election

Evening Standard

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Who is Andy Burnham? The 'King of the North' who could replace Keir Starmer as UK PM after by-election win

Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield by-election has done more than return him to Parliament after nearly a decade away; it has positioned the Greater Manchester Mayor as the strongest challenger yet to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party.

The Times of India

Andy Burnham wins crucial Makerfield by-election, intensifying pressure on PM Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham's decisive Makerfield by-election victory has intensified pressure on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. Winning nearly 55% of the vote, Burnham's return to Westminster signals a potential challenge to Starmer's leadership and Labour's future direction. The result is seen as a significant moment, fueling debate about the party's strategy…

The Times of India

What next for Andy Burnham? Five key questions after Makerfield win

Labour veteran is expected to launch a leadership bid, but some critics feel he is yet to clarify his policy positions

The Guardian - UK

‘British politics set for fresh chaos’: How world’s media reacted to Andy Burnham’s by-election win

Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, placing himself as a challenger to Starmer

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Farage issues plea to voters who backed Restore after Reform by-election loss

‘I would say directly to them, what do you want?’ Nigel Farage said in a message to voters who backed Restore Britain in Makerfield

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham’s speech in full after landslide victory in Makerfield by-election

The former Greater Manchester mayor says this could be the ‘turning point’ for the country

The Independent UK

John Curtice delivers verdict on Scottish and English by-election results

PROFESSOR John Curtice has delivered his verdict on last night’s by-election results as he said they will “reverberate around Westminster for a…

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham wins key UK by-election, setting up Labour leadership battle with Starmer

In his victory speech, Burnham warned the Labour Party that it had a "final chance to change".

Euronews

I saw all Reform’s weaknesses on display in Makerfield – Farage should be worried

From a hopeless candidate to botched strategy, this latest byelection defeat is telling. But for Labour, there is still a long and arduous journey ahead, says Guardian columnist John Harris

The Guardian - UK

Could Andy Burnham become Prime Minister within a week after huge Makerfield victory?

Former Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham will arrive back in Parliament with a surge in momentum in his bid to gain the keys to No10

Evening Standard

‘Astonishing’ win for Andy Burnham puts pressure on Starmer to step aside

Size of Makerfield victory has many allies hoping outgoing Greater Manchester mayor will be installed in No 10 within days

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Watch: Andy Burnham calls for political change after Makerfield by-election victory

Andy Burnham used his victory speech after winning the Makerfield by-election to call for political change and national unity after being declared the constituency’s new MP.

The Guardian - UK

This major Makerfield victory has made it inevitable: it’s now time for Keir Starmer to step aside

Andy Burnham’s positive vision has struck a powerful blow to Reform – but the PM risks diminishing the impact by clinging on in No 10, says Neal Lawson of the cross-party campaign organisation Compass

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Andy Burnham wins Makerfield byelection to set up possible leadership bid

In today’s newsletter: The mayor of Manchester is set to return to Westminster after decisively beating Nigel Farage’s Reform

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham Makerfield by-election victory speech in full: 'Tonight could be the turning point'

Andy Burnham’s victory speech in full after he stormed to victory in the Makerfield by-election

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The Guardian - UK

No champagne corks but a quiet pint for Burnham after seismic 3am victory

No wild celebrations after Makerfield byelection win as incoming Labour MP signals the start of an even bigger campaign

The Conversation

Andy Burnham is back at Westminster: what this says about Britain’s changing political system

Andy Burnham’s victory in the Makerfield byelection doesn’t simply mark the return of one of Labour’s most recognisable figures to parliament. With his clear ambitions to lead his party – and the country – it may also represent a landmark moment in English devolution. His thumping win – taking 55%…

Evening Standard

Makerfield by-election result: Key numbers and historical trends

Andy Burnham increased the size of Labour’s lead over Reform from 13 percentage points in 2024 to 20 points.

Bangkok Post

Burnham wins key UK poll, paving way for bid to challenge PM Starmer

WIGAN — Veteran UK Labour politician Andy Burnham emphatically won a crunch by-election on Friday, securing a parliamentary seat and clearing the way for a widely expected leadership challenge against beleaguered Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham says Makerfield win can be ‘turning point’ for British politics

The decisive victory paved the way for a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer.

France 24

Starmer rival Burnham wins Makerfield as Labour leadership speculation grows

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 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.

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election to set up challenge to Keir Starmer

The Greater Manchester mayor has won a return to the House of Commons and will seek to become Prime Minister.

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