The New Statesman Podcast
What does Makerfield make of Andy Burnham?
Published: 4 June 2026 at 17:06 Europe/London
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The spectre of the Makerfield by-election on June 18th is hanging over British politics.
If Andy Burnham wins, he’s in prime position to challenge Keir Starmer’s leadership. However, a Burnham victory in Makerfield is far from certain. Reform and their candidate Robert Kenyon are mounting a serious challenge.
Tom McTague is joined by polling expert Scarlett Maguire and our political editor Ailbhe Rea to discuss.
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https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2026/06/in-makerfield-voters-on-both-sides-are-united-by-despair
https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2026/06/andy-burnhams-door-knock-to-downing-street
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