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Andy Burnham is standing in the Makerfield by-election as a stepping stone to the Labour leadership. Do you want Andy Burnham as your next Prime Minister?

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Andy Burnham (Labour)43%
Reform UK40%
Restore GB8%

Source: Survation (independent UK polling company), fieldwork 18–22 May 2026, 504 people surveyed in Makerfield. Grey Parliament is not affiliated with any polling organisation.

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