Burnham confirmed as Labour candidate in Makerfield
Burnham confirmed as Labour candidate in Makerfield6 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on GoogleBBCThe Labour Party has officially confirmed Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham as its candidate to stand in the...
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Key developments are emerging from the global stage. Burnham confirmed as Labour candidate in Makerfield6 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on GoogleBBCThe Labour Party has officially confirmed Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham as its candidate to stand in the Ashton-in-Makerfield by-election. The poll was triggered by the resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons, who stepped down to allow Burnham an opportunity to contest the seat - paving the way for a potential leadership challenge.
The former Labour minister has called on Labour to acknowledge that "the party has not been good enough". This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly.
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The development has drawn wide international attention, with diplomatic circles watching closely.
