Why The Makerfield By-Election Could Turn The Government Upside Down

This week's Commons People looks at Andy Burnham's campaign to win a seat in parliament – and why that could be a pivotal moment for Britain.

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June 18 is set to be a seismic moment in British politics.

Voters in Makerfield will decide who they want to be their new MP in a race between Labour Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, and Reform’s local plumber Robert Kenyon.

If Burnham wins, he will likely look to overthrow Keir Starmer as prime minister.

If Kenyon wins, all-out civil war will break out in Labour, as MPs remain mutinous under Starmer’s leadership.

The by-election was triggered by Labour MP Josh Simons, who stood aside so Burnham could run for parliament.

After Labour’s horrific performance in the elections in England, Wales and Scotland on May 7, MPs are........

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