Makerfield speaks: ‘Burnham, we’re not your stepping stone!’ voters blast as they choose Reform to fix Labour’s mess

IT is the seat that could define who Britain’s next Prime Minister will be – but residents have warned Andy Burnham they are no “stepping stone”. Covering Wigan, Hindley
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Reform and Labour lock horns in Makerfield in a row over alleged money waste and tax dodging

Only 24 hours have elapsed since the Wigan borough constituency of Makerfield became the biggest focal point of national political interest.

Dentist waits, not feeling safe & windmills… Makerfield’s residents reveal why they are ditching Labour for Reform

RETIRED engineering consultant Tony Torres thinks “King of the North” Andy Burnham is a lovely fella. And, because he has always backed Labour, you would think the party could rely on his vote at

Keir Starmer live: Andy Burnham will not be blocked from standing in Makerfield

Health Secretary said Andy Burnham had 'the best chance of winning' Makerfield - while one of Keir Starmer's top ministers warned of the 'risk' of losing the seat and the Manchester mayoralty

‘He’s just down to earth’: Ashton-in-Makerfield receptive to Burnham run

The Labour mayor appears popular in his target seat, but he faces a tough byelection challenge

Makerfield reacts to Burnham Parliament plans

Josh Simons explains his decision to step down, and Makerfield give their reactions.

EXCLUSIVE: Makerfield divided on whether the Burnham effect will see King of the North return to Westminster

Andy Burnham has announced his intention to stand in the Makerfield by-election but Reform vow to "throw everything at it"

Starmer will not attempt to block Burnham from standing to be MP in Makerfield - as it happened

Cabinet ministers have rejected the suggestions and accused Streeting’s supporters of attempting to ‘brief resignations into existence’