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Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election

Al Jazeera Thursday 18 June 2026, 23:32 UTC 1 min read
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Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election Ballots are being counted in the UK’s closely watched Makerfield by-election. If Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham wins, he’s tipped to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour leader and PM. Published On 18 Jun 2026

Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election Ballots are being counted in the UK’s closely watched Makerfield by-election. If Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham wins, he’s tipped to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour leader and PM. Published On 18 Jun 2026
UK (LOCATION) Makerfield (PERSON) Greater Manchester (PERSON) Andy Burnham (PERSON) Keir Starmer (PERSON) Labour (ORG)
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