Labour is fighting two different campaigns in Makerfield
The Labour Party is engaged in a dual campaign strategy in the Makerfield by-election, with candidate Andy Burnham focusing on a positive message while the party's central campaign attacks opponent Nigel Farage's Reform UK. Burnham is promoting his vision for the constituency, contrasting with Labour's aggressive tactics against Reform's candidate Robert Kenyon. The campaign dynamics reflect a significant battle for influence within the party and the broader political landscape in Britain.
- ▪Labour's candidate Andy Burnham is emphasizing a positive message while the party's campaign is attacking Nigel Farage's Reform UK.
- ▪Burnham has invested in social media campaigns to promote his vision for the constituency.
- ▪Reform UK has launched personal attacks against Burnham, suggesting he is attempting a power grab.
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News Politics Labour is fighting two different campaigns in Makerfield Andy Burnham is sticking to his own upbeat pitch, while the Labour campaign machine is going on the attack against Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. Copy Link Copied Share via email Share on X Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Labour Makerfield by-election candidate and leadership hopeful Andy Burnham listens during a meeting with residents in Wigan on June 2. | Christopher Furlong/Getty Images June 4, 2026 4:00 am CET By John Johnston LONDON — Britain’s Labour Party has upped its attacks in the pivotal Makerfield by-election. But its candidate, Andy Burnham, is still playing nice.
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