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Labour candidate Andy Burnham gestures, surrounded by supporters at the Stubshaw Cross Community and Sports Club as voting is underway in the Makerfield by-election.

Video. Andy Burnham wins key UK by-election, setting up leadership battle

Updated: 19/06/2026 - 9:07 GMT+2

In his victory speech, Burnham warned the Labour Party that it had a "final chance to change".

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