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Polls set to open in Makerfield by-election

Polls set to open in Makerfield by-election
BBC Politics Thursday 18 June 2026, 04:26 UTC 1 min read
Key Points

There are 14 candidates vying to be the Greater Manchester constituency's new MP.

There are 14 candidates vying to be the Greater Manchester constituency's new MP.
Makerfield (PERSON) Greater Manchester (LOCATION)
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