Manchester Evening News
Lisa Nandy refuses to abandon Starmer despite Burnham leadership buzz
- Title
- Lisa Nandy refuses to abandon Starmer despite Burnham leadership buzz
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said she will not resign from Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet after Andy Burnham’s Makerfield by-election victory paved the way for a potential leadership bid, adding that she believes Burnham would be a great addition to Labour’s top table.
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https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-results-34139697
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- Keir Starmer confirms he will take part in any Labour leadership contest following Burnham victory
- Runtime
- 0:26
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Keir Starmer has confirmed he will run in any leadership contest after Andy Burnham secured victory in the Makerfield by-election
#news #politics #manchestereveningnews
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- ‘LAST CHANCE!’ | Burnham LAYS OUT plans after SCORCHING win as pressure PILES on Starmer to RESIGN
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- 12:02
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Andy Burnham said this was a 'last chance to change' in a victory speech this morning after a seismic Makerfield by-election victory. Mr Burnham won by a huge margin, paving the way for a battle for the leadership of the Labour Party.
The new Labour MP polled 54% of the total vote, receiving a whopping 24,927 votes. Reform's candidate, Rob Kenyon, came next with 15,696 - which was 34% of vote share. Restore's Rebecca Shepherd won 3,111 votes, which was a share of 6%. Turnout was nearly 59 per cent.
In his victory speech at the count, Mr Burnham said: "Everyone knows that politics isn't working. Everyone can feel that the country isn't where it should be. Tonight could, just could, be the turning point."
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Makerfield by-election results LIVE as Andy Burnham smashes Reform in seismic victory
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-updates-...
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- Starmer SPEAKS OUT on MOUNTING PRESSURE to resign after HUGE Burnham victory
- Runtime
- 4:18
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has issued a new statement amid calls for him to step aside for a new leader to take control of the party.
On Friday morning, Andy Burnham, a favourite to replace Sir Keir, was declared the winner of the Makerfield parliamentary by-election marking his return to Westminster after serving as Greater Manchester mayor for more than nine years.
Mr Burnham had made his intentions to stand for Labour leader in any upcoming contest known during his campaign. Reports suggest the new Wigan MP is stopping short of formally challenging the PM in the hope that Sir Keir will step down first.
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Will Sir Keir Starmer resign? Prime minister issues new statement after Andy Burnham win
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/sir-keir-starmer-resign-prime-34149740
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- The reason Andy Burnham ran off stage after election victory
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Andy Burnham ran off stage following his election victory - and people were wondering why he made a quick exit before returning a few moments later
READ MORE: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-results-34139697
#politics #makerfield #andyburnham
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- WATCH LIVE: Keir Starmer REACTS to SEISMIC by-election victory from Andy Burnham
- Runtime
- 4:51
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election by a huge margin, paving the way for a battle for the leadership of the Labour Party.
There was applause and cheering as Mr Burnham walked into the counting hall at The Edge conference centre in Wigan this evening, around an hour before the vote was declared.
The Labour candidate polled a whopping 24,927 votes. Reform's candidate Rob Kenyon came next with 15,696.
Today's turnout has been confirmed as nearly 59 per cent - higher than the 2024 by-election. Polls closed for the hotly contested seat at 10pm last night (June 18).
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Makerfield by-election results LIVE as Andy Burnham smashes Reform in seismic victory
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-updates-34139697
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#uknews #ukpolitics #burnham
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- 'THINK AGAIN!’ | Farage HITS OUT after Reform CRUSHED by Andy Burnham in Makerfield by-election
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Nigel Farage says Reform UK will 'keep going' after an 'emphatic' win for Labour's Andy Burnham in Makerfield. The insurgent right-wing party, which swept to success in swathes of Greater Manchester during last month's local elections including Wigan, finished second in the by-election which could shape the country's political future.
The now-former Greater Manchester mayor secured a whopping 24,927 votes, a share of 54 per cent, while Reform's Robert Kenyon picked up 15,696 votes, a share of 34 per cent. Restore Britain's Rebecca Shepherd finished third with 3,111 votes - seven per cent - while all other candidates lost their deposits.
Having begun the Makerfield by-election campaign with huge confidence after winning 24 of 25 seats on Wigan council, Mr Farage admitted today marked a 'disappointing morning'. He says the party was around 2,000 votes shy of his target.
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'Think again': Nigel Farage h...
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- We caught up with Count Binface at the Makerfield by-election count
- Runtime
- 0:41
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- We caught up with Count Binface at the Makerfield election count - and he told us he was expecting 'at least one vote' 🗑️
In the end, he ended up with 95 - and came 7th out of 14 candidates 🗳️
READ MORE: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-results-34139697
#news #politics #makerfield #countbinface #manchestereveningnews
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- Andy Burnham says people have voted for change in Makerfield by-election
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- 🔴 Andy Burnham: 'People here have voted for change'
READ MORE: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-results-34139697
#news #politics #makerfield #manchestereveningnews
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- Andy Burnham’s FULL victory speech as HUGE by-election win paves way for leadership bid
- Runtime
- 9:55
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election by a huge margin, paving the way for a battle for the leadership of the Labour Party.
There was applause and cheering as Mr Burnham walked into the counting hall at The Edge conference centre in Wigan this evening, around an hour before the vote was declared.
The Labour candidate polled a whopping 24,927 votes. Reform's candidate Rob Kenyon came next with 15,696.
Today's turnout has been confirmed as nearly 59 per cent - higher than the 2024 by-election. Polls closed for the hotly contested seat at 10pm last night (June 18).
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Makerfield by-election results LIVE as Andy Burnham smashes Reform in seismic victory
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-updates-34139697
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#uknews #ukpolitics #burnham
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- Andy Burnham tells reporters 'I'm going to go have a pint' after Makerfield by-election win
- Runtime
- 0:30
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- 'I'm going to go have a pint' 🍺
Andy Burnham had a very clear plan as he left the Makerfield by-election count after his victory, and he faced many questions from reporters
READ MORE: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-updates-34139697
#news #politics #makerfield #manchestereveningnews
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- Jail for the Oldham man who tried to out-run police by going the wrong way on the M60
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- A man who drove the wrong way down the M60, whilst trying to evade police, is jailed for 38 weeks.
#manchestereveningnews #driver #dangerous
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- Andy Burnham beats Reform to win Makerfield by-election
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election with more than 24,000 votes.
🔗 Get the latest: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-updates-34139697?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Instagram#Echobox=1781843878
#news #politics #manchestereveningnews #makerfield #politics
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- MAKERFIELD LIVE: Andy Burnham SEALS HIS RETURN to Westminster with by-election WIN
- Runtime
- 5:58:36
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The constituents of Makerfield have voted for their new MP, as the hotly contested by-election is finally over.
Simons' resignation followed mounting demands for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to resign, with Mr Burnham expected to launch a leadership challenge against Sir Keir if elected. This means the outcome of the by-election could shape the UK political scene for years to come.
There are 14 candidates running to be the new Member of Parliament in the Wigan constituency: Jake Austin for the Liberal Democrats, Count Binface for Count Binface Party, Andy Burnham for Labour and Co-operative Party, Dan Clarke for Libertarian Party, John Dyer for Independent, Ed Gemmell for Climate Party, Paul Gould - Independent, Howling Laud Hope for The Official Monster Raving Loony Party, Robert Kenyon for Reform UK, Rob Pownall for Independent, Rebecca Shepherd for Restore Britain, Sarah Wakefield for Green Party, Peter Ward for Rejoin EU, and Michael Winstanley for Con...
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- Andy Burnham takes HUGE WIN in Makerfield by-election paving way for leadership challenge
- Runtime
- 12:15
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election by a huge margin, paving the way for a battle for the leadership of the Labour Party.
There was applause and cheering as Mr Burnham walked into the counting hall at The Edge conference centre in Wigan this evening, around an hour before the vote was declared.
The Labour candidate polled a whopping 24,927 votes. Reform's candidate Rob Kenyon came next with 15,696.
Today's turnout has been confirmed as nearly 59 per cent - higher than the 2024 by-election. Polls closed for the hotly contested seat at 10pm last night (June 18).
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Makerfield by-election results LIVE as Andy Burnham smashes Reform in seismic victory
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-by-election-live-updates-34139697
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- WATCH LIVE: MPs GRILL Sir Alan Campbell on business questions in House of Commons
- Runtime
- 1:00:51
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- 0930 – Culture, media and sport questions. Business statement by the Leader of the House; 1010 – Questions to Church commissioners and House of Commons Commission; 1030 – Urgent question on grooming gangs; 1115 Business questions to Commons Leader Sir Alan Campbell.
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- Robert Kenyon and Andy Burnham head to the polls as CRUCIAL Makerfield by-election wraps up
- Runtime
- 4:25
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The constituents of Makerfield are voting for their new MP, as the hotly contested by-election is finally here. After opening at 7am this morning, the polls for the Makerfield by-election will stay open until 10pm this evening.
Labour and Reform supporters from across the UK - as far as Scotland and Essex - have descended on the Wigan constituency region today as polling opens. They can be seen on the streets of Makerfield showing their party colours and hoping to persuade last-minute undecided votes in what has been tipped to be a 'close' contest that could have a major impact on UK politics.
The highly anticipated Makerfield by-election comes after the sudden resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons on May 14, with the Makerfield MP having confirmed he stood down from the position to make a pathway for Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham to stand for election.
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Makerfield by-election LIVE as Labour...
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- ‘TRULY EVIL!’ | Police statement as ‘SORDID’ adoptive dads JAILED for sex abuse and murder of baby
- Runtime
- 10:18
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Detective Chief Inspector Andy Fallows reads a statement from the police and the family of Preston Davey after a school teacher has been handed a whole life order for the murder and sexual abuse of his adopted 13-month-old baby, whom he treated as a “plaything”.
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Preston Davey sentencing LIVE as murderer Jamie Varley and partner to learn their fate
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/preston-davey-sentencing-live-varley-34138555
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#uknews #Crime #arrest
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- Hong Kong spies jailed over ‘shadow police’ ops in UK
- Runtime
- 10:06
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Interview with Counter Terror Policing London Commander Helen Flanagan a former British immigration official and a retired Hong Kong police officer have been jailed for spying for China.
Peter Wai, 41, conducted “shadow policing” operations on Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters living in the UK on the orders of his handler Bill Yuen, 66.
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- ‘PURE EVIL’ dads who subjected adopted baby to physical, sexual & psychological abuse JAILED
- Runtime
- 13:48
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The sick ex-teacher who murdered baby Preston Davey - and the partner who joined in with his horrific abuse - were sentenced today.
Jamie Varley, 37, was convicted of murdering the 13-month-old during a sexual assault on July 27, 2023. His partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, 32, will also be jailed for his role in Preston's death, as well as a joint sex attack on the helpless child four days earlier.
Preston was born to convicted killer Sarah Davey. Five days after he was born, the 5lb 7oz tot was taken into the care of Oldham council and, at nine months old, was handed over to Varley and McGowan-Fazakerley, who had been approved to adopt a child.
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Preston Davey sentencing LIVE as murderer Jamie Varley and partner to learn their fate
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/preston-davey-sentencing-live-varley-34138555
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- ‘DEEPLY TROUBLING!’ | MPs line up to GRILL government over ‘DISGRACEFUL’ grooming gangs
- Runtime
- 26:19
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The Minister of State at the Home Office, Sarah Jones MP, responds to an urgent question from Mims Davies on progress made since the publication of Dame Louise Casey’s review into group-based child sexual exploitation, and the impact of recent developments on confidence in the Government’s statutory inquiry.
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- WATCH LIVE: Voting begins in HIGHLY ANTICIPATED Makerfield by-election
- Runtime
- 24:55
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The constituents of Makerfield are voting for their new MP, as the hotly contested by-election is finally here. After opening at 7am this morning, the polls for the Makerfield by-election will stay open until 10pm this evening.
The highly anticipated Makerfield by-election comes after the sudden resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons on May 14, with the Makerfield MP having confirmed he stood down from the position to make a pathway for Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham to stand for election.
Simons' resignation followed mounting demands for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to resign, with Mr Burnham expected to launch a leadership challenge against Sir Keir if elected. This means the outcome of the by-election could shape the UK political scene for years to come.
There are 14 candidates running to be the new Member of Parliament in the Wigan constituency: Jake Austin for the Liberal Democrats, Count Binface for Count Binface Party, Andy Burnham ...
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- Polling opens in HIGHLY ANTICIPATED Makerfield by-election as country’s future decided
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Voters across the Makerfield constituency will head to the polls for a highly anticipated by-election that has drawn intense national attention.
The by-election was triggered following the sudden resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons on May 14, creating a vacancy intended to allow Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham a route back into Westminster.
While there are fourteen candidates vying for the seat, a self-described 'plucky plumber' appears to be the biggest obstacle in Mr Burnham's way. Reform's Robert Kenyon will be hoping to spoil the party when the polls open on Thursday, June 18.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
What time polling stations open and close for Makerfield by-election
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-election-polling-stations-open-34094887
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- England kick-off World Cup with SCORCHING 4-2 win as CHAOS ERUPTS in Manchester fanzone
- Runtime
- 3:45
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- There were joyous scenes as England opened their account at the 2026 World Cup tonight.
The Three Lions are taking are taking on Croatia in Dallas, Texas, in their first group game in the newlly expanded tournament being held in the USA, Mexico and Canada.
And it was a dream start when a foul by Luka Modric on Noni Madueke saw England awarded a penalty.
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Chaos erupts in Manchester fanzone as Harry Kane scores England's first goal of World Cup
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/chaos-erupts-manchester-fanzone-harry-34140664
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#uknews #worldcup #england
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- Police vehicle and car crash in south Manchester
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- A woman was taken to hospital following the crash in south Manchester
READ MORE: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/woman-taken-hospital-after-crash-34139553
#news #crash #manchester #manchestereveningnews
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- Mancs v Flags - Testing your flag knowledge ahead of England v Croatia
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- A pretty impressive start to Mancs v Flags from these lads 👏🇳🇴
#manchestereveningnews #worldcup #funstuff #manchester #quiz
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- I asked EVERY candidate for the Makerfield by-election 4 questions - there was one GLARING trend
- Runtime
- 8:01
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- It’s described as the most important by-election in years - and a whopping 14 hopefuls are standing to be the next MP for Makerfield on June 18.
But while most of the attention has been focused on Andy Burnham and his Reform rival Robert Kenyon, many of the other candidates have had little chance to make their pitch to voters in the Greater Manchester constituency.
That’s why - in the interests of keeping readers informed - the Manchester Evening News has approached all 14 candidates and asked them the same four questions so the local electorate can compare and contrast their responses.
Of the 14 standing, 11 responded. Two candidates didn’t get back to us and one has no online presence at all, meaning we had no way of getting in contact with him.
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We asked all 14 Makerfield by-election candidates the same four questions
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-...
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- LIVE: Lammy takes Deputy Prime Minister’s Questions as Starmer at G7 before DECISIVE by-election
- Runtime
- 6:12:18
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- The House will sit from 11.30am, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for Wales, Jo Stevens MP.
Prime Minister’s Questions will take place at 12 midday.
Main business
All stages of the National Security (State Threats) Bill.
Adjournment debate
Adjournment debate from Maya Ellis MP on government support for private sector investment in Lancashire.
MPs drawn in the Private Members’ Bill ballot will present their bills in the House of Commons Chamber today.
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Makerfield by-election LIVE as Keir Starmer issues warning to Andy Burnham with one day until polls open
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-byelection-live-polling-burnham-34087563
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- Andy Burnham CLASHES with Rob Kenyon LASHING OUT at Reform UK policies to ‘END THE NHS’
- Runtime
- 13:06
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- As polling day draws closer, five of the leading Makerfield by-election candidates faced voters once again at a Manchester Evening News hustings on Wednesday afternoon.
Hosted at Winstanley College, candidates from Labour, Reform UK, the Liberal Democrats, the Conservatives and the Green Party answered questions on immigration, Green Belt development, women's rights, heritage protection and opportunities for young people.
Among the audience were students, teachers, journalists and local residents. Students at the college, many with keen personal interests in politics, spanned much of the political spectrum, but left talking about one candidate more than any other: Burnham.
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Burnham takes swipe at Farage as Belfast riots spark heated immigration debate at MEN hustings
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/andy-burnham-warns-politicians-over-34100692
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- EVERY answer from Andy Burnham as he FIGHTS OFF Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon in by-election BATTLE
- Runtime
- 16:40
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- As polling day draws closer, five of the leading Makerfield by-election candidates faced voters once again at a Manchester Evening News hustings on Wednesday afternoon.
Hosted at Winstanley College, candidates from Labour, Reform UK, the Liberal Democrats, the Conservatives and the Green Party answered questions on immigration, Green Belt development, women's rights, heritage protection and opportunities for young people.
Among the audience were students, teachers, journalists and local residents. Students at the college, many with keen personal interests in politics, spanned much of the political spectrum, but left talking about one candidate more than any other: Burnham.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Burnham takes swipe at Farage as Belfast riots spark heated immigration debate at MEN hustings
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/andy-burnham-warns-politicians-over-34100692
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- Makerfield Reform candidate BLASTED in PMQs as ‘DISGRACEFUL’ & called out for ‘VILE SEXIST comments’
- Runtime
- 8:29
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Towards the end of today's PMQs, Labour MP Sarah Owen claimed that Reform's candidate in Makerfield, Robert Kenyon, is "sexist". Deputy Prime Minister, David Lammy, appeared to agree with Ms Owen's statement.
Ms Owen added: "Failed to apolgise to national treasure Carol Vorderman for endorsing sexually explicit comments about her." The MP for Luton North was referencing social media posts that Kenyon had written years ago.
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Makerfield by-election LIVE as Keir Starmer issues warning to Andy Burnham with one day until polls open
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-byelection-live-polling-burnham-34087563
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#uknews #ukpolitics #starmer
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- MP fumes over 'mums with their fat bellies' comment during Prime Minister's Questions
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- An MP hit out at Makerfield Reform candidate Rob Kenyon over comments about 'mums with their fat bellies' and for failing to apologise to 'national treasure' Carol Vorderman.
Sarah Owen spoke out during PMQs today, accusing Reform of 'rank hypocrisy' for having 'zero respect for women'.
In response, Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, standing in for Sir Keir Starmer at PMQs, said: “I’ve been utterly appalled by what we’ve heard from the Reform candidate in Makerfield” and added: “The only way to stop their politics of grievance is to vote Labour”
#news #politics #reform #manchestereveningnews
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https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/makerfield-by-election-2026
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- ‘PM on LIFE SUPPORT!’ | Starmer a NO-SHOW in PMQs as Lammy RINSED on net zero before KEY by-election
- Runtime
- 13:47
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Keir Starmer missed PMQs today as he’s at the G7 summit in France. Instead, Deputy Prime Minister, David Lammy, will face questions from Claire Coutinho. It gets underway from the House of Commons at 12pm.
Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Claire Coutinho, made a joke about Andy Burnham during today's Prime Minister's Questions in the House of Commons.
Coutinho, who is sitting in for Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, told David Lammy: "If the Mayor of Manchester gets his way, half the Labour front bench will be getting pay cuts very soon."
Ms Coutinho was responding to the Deputy Prime Minister's criticism of her party's spending during their term in power.
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Makerfield by-election LIVE as Keir Starmer issues warning to Andy Burnham with one day until polls open
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-byelection-...
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- Starmer says Russia ‘RECKLESS’ after warship fires WARNING SHOTS at British yacht in the Channel
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Sir Keir Starmer said it was “reckless” for a Russian warship to fire warning shots near a yacht in the English Channel, but stressed that there was no sign it was anything “more sinister” than a drifting vessel.
A British couple were on their 40ft yacht, Bright Future, travelling from the south coast of England towards France when shots were fired several times from the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) said the Russian vessel fired warning shots after making attempts to contact the yacht, which was about 20 nautical miles south of the Isle of Wight, outside the UK’s territorial waters.
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Russian warship fires warning shots at British yacht in English Channel
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/russian-warship-fires-warning-shots-34133219
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#uknews #ukpolitics #russia
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- ‘PEOPLE ARE FED UP!’ | Healey and Carns HAMMER Starmer in SCORCHING resignation speeches
- Runtime
- 18:42
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Speaking in the Commons on Tuesday for the first time since his resignation, Mr John Healey again urged Sir Keir Starmer to increase defence spending, telling MPs: “Our adversaries do not follow timetables set by the Treasury.”
Arguing that he believed his resignation would come to be seen as “necessary in securing the future of our armed forces and our alliances”, he said Britain must not “fall behind” as Nato allies increased spending.
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Defence Secretary John Healey quits telling Starmer 'no other option' as Russia fears grow
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/defence-secretary-john-healey-quits-34104320
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- Swarm of bees halts work at Manchester bee-inspired company
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- This is the moment a swarm of bees halted work at a company inspired by the Manchester bee 🐝
A beekeeper came along and they've now been rehomed 💛 🙌
Ashleigh and James Bullows, who run Orgánico, said: "This morning, we arrived at our studio ready for a busy day of packing orders and handcrafting our products, only to be greeted by an incredible sight — a huge swarm of honey bees gathered right at our entrance."
They were then successfully collected by a local beekeeper and rehomed.
#news #bees #manchester
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- Keir Starmer issues MAJOR WARNING to Andy Burnham with one day until polls open
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- Keir Starmer has issued a warning to Andy Burnham on the eve of the Makerfield by-election - urging him against launching an immediate leadership challenge if he wins.
The Makerfield by-election is now just one day away, with voters set to go to the polls tomorrow (June 18). The contest is widely seen as a two-horse race between Labour's Mr Burnham and Reform's Robert Kenyon. the final furlong in what is being described as a two horse race.
Mr Burnham is ahead in the polls - but his campaign say they are still nervous. And today, Sir Keir said a leadership contest would be a "bad thing" for the country and reiterated that he intended to fight any challenge - adding he would offer Mr Burnham a cabinet job if he wins.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Makerfield by-election LIVE as Keir Starmer issues warning to Andy Burnham with one day until polls open
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/make...
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- ‘Makerfield is ONE MAN’S EGO!’ | Kemi Badenoch SLAMS Andy Burnham just days of PIVOTAL by-election
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- 3:30
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
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- The Makerfield by-election is about “one man’s job and one man’s ego” while the vote in Aberdeen South is about “thousands of jobs” in oil and gas, Kemi Badenoch has said.
The Conservative leader visited the Scottish constituency on Tuesday ahead of Thursday’s by-election.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Makerfield by-election LIVE as Keir Starmer told to set out timetable to stand down if Andy Burnham wins
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/makerfield-byelection-live-polling-burnham-34087563
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- Lisa Nandy SPEAKS OUT on backing Burnham & why voters are DESERTING Labour ahead of by-election
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- 27:00
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
- Description
- Speaking on The Northern Agenda podcast, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells Rob Parsons why now is the time for the North of England to host the Olympic Games.
And she sets out why she's desperate to reform the UK honours system to make sure community heroes outside London and the South East get the recognition they deserve.
An ally of Andy Burnham, the Labour Minister defended Keir Starmer's government and said if she didn't believe in what it was doing she'd have quit like Health Secretary Wes Streeting or Defence Secretary John Healey.
But she said Labour had only had two years to turn round decades of challenges for towns like those in her patch which started with deindustralisation.
And she said voters have deserted Labour in areas like Makerfield as they're "not hearing enough" anger from the Government about the problems facing the country.
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- Lisa Nandy asked if Labour could win the next general election without Andy Burnham
- Runtime
- 0:48
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
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- Lisa Nandy has given her verdict on whether Labour could win the next general election if Andy Burnham wasn't Prime Minister.
She was speaking to the Northern Agenda's Rob Parson's, who asked if the Makerfield candidate and Greater Manchester mayor was Labour's only hope when the country next goes to the polls.
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- WATCH LIVE: Yvette Cooper GRILLED on foreign affairs by MPs in House of Commons
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- 5:21:11
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
- Description
- 1130 – Foreign, commonwealth and development questions. Remaining stages of the Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill.
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- 'You are WRONG!’ | BOLSHY journalist GRILLS Starmer on how he can POSSIBLY keep running the country
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- 4:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Sir Keir Starmer has defended the funding of the defence investment plan (Dip) as he said funding will be reallocated from different departments.
The Prime Minister also praised US President Donald Trump for his deal with Iran, calling it a 'breakthrough '.
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- Government give OFFICIAL UPDATE on under-16s social media ban as public OUTRAGE begins
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- 11:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Technology Secretary Liz Kendall delivers a statement on proposals for a social media ban for under-16s, outlining the Government's position on online safety and protections for young people.
Sir Keir Starmer has announced sweeping online reforms in the UK including a full ban on under-16s accessing social media platforms.
In what the Prime Minister called "big moment for the country", the announcement was made at a Downing Street press conference today (Monday 15).
Speaking to a room of campaigners and reporters, Starmer said it was clear to him that “a full ban is the right choice”. Adding: “This is not something I do lightly, and I will not present it as cost-free, as if social media has brought no benefits to young people, because clearly that is wrong.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
What social media is being banned in UK for under 16s - full list of sites named by government
https://www.manchester...
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- The viral Dot Cakes have come to Manchester - so we went to find them and try them out
- Runtime
- 0:27
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Run, don't walk, for the viral Dot Cakes that have made their way to Manchester 👀
They're the latest sweet sensation to emerge out of New York, and with their sprinkle topping, they have become instantly recognisable 😁
So we popped down to the place in the city centre that has started dishing them out 🙌
#dotcakes #manchester #citylifemanchester
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- WATCH LIVE: Robert Jenrick to hold Reform UK press conference
- Runtime
- 53:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Reform UK will hold a press conference with the party's Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick.
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- WATCH LIVE: Starmer to announce SOCIAL MEDIA BAN for under-16s
- Runtime
- 2:50:25
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to “call time on a system that’s failing our kids” ahead of his expected announcement of an under-16s social media ban.
The Prime Minister will announce sweeping reforms to protect children online at a Downing Street press conference at 8am on Monday.
He promised “bold action” in response to calls for change from parents, after the vast majority responding to the Government consultation backed a minimum age of 16 before children can access social media platforms.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Sir Keir Starmer to make major announcement on Monday with social media ban for under-16s
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/sir-keir-starmer-make-major-34119251
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- Badenoch demands ‘PARALYSED’ Starmer RESIGN following 'CHILLING' Russia warning
- Runtime
- 34:04
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister should resign if he cannot prove that the long-delayed defence investment plan will “protect our national security”, Kemi Badenoch has said.
The Conservative leader also offered to lend the votes of her MPs to Sir Keir Starmer, or another prime minister should he lose a leadership challenge, to pass welfare cuts through Parliament to pay for defence hikes.
Plans to increase defence spending over the long-term were thrown into disarray last week when John Healey resigned as defence secretary.
Mr Healey chose to leave the Government because the defence investment plan (Dip) fell short of what was asked for by defence chiefs.
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- ‘PURE EVIL’ adoptive dads who subjected baby to physical, sexual & psychological abuse found GUILTY
- Runtime
- 10:07
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Two men on trial following the death of Preston Davey have been found guilty of all charges. Following two days of deliberations at Preston Crown Court Jamie Varley, aged 37, has been found guilty of murder, sexual assault of a child under 13; inflicting grievous bodily harm; five counts of child cruelty; and making, taking and distributing indecent images.
His partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, aged 32 has been found guilty allowing the death of a child; two counts of child cruelty; and sexual assault of a child under 13..
Preston, who was known as Elijah by the defendants, was unresponsive when he was carried into Blackpool Victoria Hospital on July 27, 2023. Medics worked on him for almost an hour but at 7.20pm said there was no more they could do and he was pronounced dead.
A post-mortem found 40 separate internal and external injuries to his body, which the prosecution said were non-accidental and signs the 13-month-old was sexually abused in ...
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- EVERY answer from Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon as he FIGHTS OFF Andy Burnham in by-election BATTLE
- Runtime
- 12:53
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- As polling day draws closer, five of the leading Makerfield by-election candidates faced voters once again at a Manchester Evening News hustings on Wednesday afternoon.
Hosted at Winstanley College, candidates from Labour, Reform UK, the Liberal Democrats, the Conservatives and the Green Party answered questions on immigration, Green Belt development, women's rights, heritage protection and opportunities for young people.
Among the audience were students, teachers, journalists and local residents. Students at the college, many with keen personal interests in politics, spanned much of the political spectrum, but left talking about one candidate more than any other: Burnham.
Continue reading at Manchester Evening News:
Burnham takes swipe at Farage as Belfast riots spark heated immigration debate at MEN hustings
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/andy-burnham-warns-politicians-over-34100692
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- Clashes ERUPT at anti-immigration march as police attempt to quell STAND-OFF with counter-protestors
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Clashes erupt between police, protestors and counter-protestors at an anti-migration protest in Brighton.
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