Makerfield: How One Small Area Could Decide UK's Next Prime Minister
Makerfield: How One Small Area Could Decide UK's Next PM

Makerfield: how one small area could decide the UK's next prime minister – video

It's Andy Burnham’s day of destiny in Makerfield. The former mayor of Greater Manchester is this week seeking to return to parliament in a likely bid to challenge the leadership of Keir Starmer and perhaps find a way to No 10.

Guardian journalist Sarah Ann Harris takes a closer look at what is at stake for Andy Burnham, the Labour party, and why the Makerfield byelection results could have a national impact.

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