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Has Burnham’s win in Makerfield sealed Starmer’s fate? - The Latest
Andy Burnham’s resounding win in the Makerfield byelection has set the stage for a leadership battle with Keir Starmer. The outgoing mayor of Greater Manchester received more votes than Reform and Restore combined, and the nature of the…
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