Andy Burnham wins huge majority in Makerfield byelection (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham won the Makerfield byelection with a significant majority, positioning him as a potential challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party. His victory highlights voter dissatisfaction with Westminster and could trigger a leadership contest within Labour.

• Andy Burnham won the Makerfield byelection with a 9,231 vote majority over Reform UK candidate Robert Kenyon
• Burnham's victory is seen as a potential challenge to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party
• Labour secured 54% of the vote, Reform UK 35%, and Restore Britain 7% in the election with 58.75% turnout
• Burnham's win could lead to a leadership contest within the Labour Party if Starmer faces further challenges