It's Andy Burnham’s day of destiny in Makerfield. The former mayor of Greater Manchester is seeking to return to parliament in a likely bid to challenge the leadership of Keir Starmer and perhaps find a way to No 10.
Guardian journalist Sarah Ann Harris takes a closer look at what is at stake for Andy Burnham, the Labour party, and why the Makerfield byelection results could have a national impact.
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Makerfield: how one small area could decide the UK's next prime minister – video
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It's Andy Burnham’s day of destiny in Makerfield. The former mayor of Greater Manchester is seeking to return to parliament in a likely bid to challenge the leadership of Keir Starmer and perhaps find a way to No 10. Guardian journalist Sarah Ann Harris takes a closer look at what is at stake for Andy Burnham, the Labour party, and why the Makerfield byelection results could have a national impact. it really as close as it looks?’