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Reform announces Robert Kenyon as Makerfield by-election candidate
- Reform UK named self-employed plumber and councillor Robert Kenyon as its candidate for the Makerfield by-election on Tuesday. Kenyon previously contested the seat in the 2024 General Election, finishing second with 31.8 per cent of the vote.
- Labour MP Josh Simons stepped down to allow Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham a path back into the House of Commons. The resignation triggered the by-election in the constituency.
- Reform leader Nigel Farage described the contest as a "David versus Goliath battle" between Kenyon and "open borders Burnham." The Monster Raving Looney Party and Restore Britain have also confirmed candidates.
- Labour confirmed Burnham as its candidate earlier today, with analysts suggesting a victory could position the former minister to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for party leadership.
- Constituents recently elected Reform councillors in local elections, creating uncertainty in what was traditionally a safe Labour seat. The voting dynamics complicate Burnham's path to victory.
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Meet Reform's 'plucky plumber' Makerfield by-election candidate who faces 'David versus Goliath battle' against Andy Burnham
Reform UK has announced self-employed plumber Robert Kenyon as the party's candidate for the crucial Makerfield by-election to challenge Andy Burnham's bid to return to Westminster
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