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Andy Burnham’s surprise by-election win in Makerfield sends shockwaves through Labour — it’s his ticket back to Parliament and a potential launchpad for a leadership bid. After persuading high-earning MP Josh Simons to step down, Burnham now faces the uphill climb of securing support from 81 MPs. He’s already dialing up the pressure, positioning himself as the stronger alternative to both the Prime Minister and Wes Streeting. If he pulls it off, Labour’s future could be rewritten — it’s a long shot, but this win just might be the first step.

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