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Final push for votes in high stakes Makerfield by-election

Final push for votes in high stakes Makerfield by-election
BBC Politics Wednesday 17 June 2026, 14:19 UTC 1 min read
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Candidates are making their final pitch for votes in the Makerfield by-election in a contest that could determine who becomes the next prime minister.

Candidates are making their final pitch for votes in the Makerfield by-election in a contest that could determine who becomes the next prime minister.
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