Final push for votes in high stakes Makerfield by-election (opens original article in a new tab)

Candidates are making final pitches in the high-stakes Makerfield by-election, which could influence the next Labour leader. Reform UK's Robert Kenyon faces criticism over past social media posts, while Labour's Andy Burnham is expected to lead in polls but the race is tight.

• Candidates are making final pitches in the high-stakes Makerfield by-election, which could influence the next Labour leader.
• Reform UK's Robert Kenyon, a plumber and local councillor, faces criticism over past social media posts but emphasizes his working-class background.
• Labour's Andy Burnham, aiming to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership, is expected to lead in polls but the race is tight.