Labour NEC Approves Andy Burnham's Candidacy for Makerfield Byelection
Labour's National Executive Committee approves Andy Burnham's request to run for the Makerfield byelection, allowing the Greater Manchester mayor to seek a return to Parliament. Burnham has two years left in his mayoral term, meaning a mayoral byelection will be necessary if he proceeds with his candidacy.
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