UK Labour’s Andy Burnham wins Makerfield seat, clearing path to challenge PM Starmer (opens original article in a new tab)

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, clearing the way for a potential leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

• Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election
• Burnham's victory removes a key obstacle to challenging PM Keir Starmer for Labour leadership
• Reform UK candidate came second in the election