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Makerfield by-election LIVE as candidates appear on BBC Question Time
Andy Burnham is one of 14 candidates hoping to become MP in the upcoming by-election
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Andy Burnham says he would run in leadership bid against Starmer if he wins Makerfield by-election during BBC Question Time
The Greater Manchester Mayor would use the upcoming by-election to return to Westminster
Family of Michael Mosley share 'bittersweet' news two year's on from much-loved TV doctor's death
The 2024 tragedy was a huge shock to fans across the UK
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Who is on the BBC Question Time panel and candidates in Makerfield by-election
A special episode focusing on the election is to be broadcast on the BBC on Thursday (June 4)
Argos 'beautiful for bedside table' brass lamp drops to 26p from £22 in clever deal stack
"Really pleased with this lamp. Looks very nice. A nice glow for the bedroom without it being to bright. No trailing leads which is good."
She saw her dead dog on Facebook after 'taking matters into her own hands'
Michelle Moran 'knew she shouldn't have done it'
Paedophile caught with 1,000 child porn images spared jail after words to judge
Lucy Dean used the dark web and encryption apps to access the material over a two-year period
Keir Starmer 'profoundly humbled' as he meets Henry Nowak's family
It comes as he promised to take 'whatever action is required to right the wrongs in this case' after violent protests were held
The 'slimming' £36 summer dress that's a 'joy to wear' as an everyday basic or for special occasions
"It is so comfortable to wear, yet looks so smart. I could wear it with any shoes, trainers or sandals for the day, maybe with a cardi."
We spent three hours walking around Hindley and couldn’t find a single woman voting Reform
'There's no way I can go for someone that holds those opinions, and it saddens me that any woman would'
Britain's only female Royal Navy commando among three killed in helicopter crash as victims named
'She took every opportunity to push her limits, achieve more, and bring out the best in those around her'
Roman's 'slimming' £21 summer top is the perfect everyday staple with jeans or shorts
Roman's slimming summer top can be thrown on with jeans or shorts
GMCA’s legal battle over £140m loans is back in court next week
It followed a case last year which went in the GMCA's favour.
Government issues statement on heatwave 'challenges' amid school exam season
Temperatures soared to 35C last month and more hot weather is likely over the summer months
Update issued on progress of Martyn's Law as 'critical reminder' shows why change is needed
An update has been issued on the progress of Martyn's Law, as the Glade of Light memorial serves as a 'critical reminder' why change is needed
Andy Burnham to answer big questions from Makerfield constituents on Reddit
Labour's candidate for the Makerfield by-election will host an 'Ask Me Anything' Q&A on Reddit
Hugs, Oasis, jokes about the school run: Inside Princess Kate's visit to the Christie
“During treatment I didn’t have the ability to read, or focus, or anything"
Officers make disturbing discovery after car stopped on M6
A man and a woman were arrested after 40 blades, including huge zombie knives, were found inside the vehicle
Footballer told friend 'somebody is going to die' before boarding flight to Manchester Airport, trial hears
Johannes Kongsnes Natland is alleged to have travelled to Manchester Airport with the plan to 'undertake a hit' in exchange for money
Tesco and Asda set for higher Stockport charges to help raise £3m for town
The changes could see more than £3m raised.